Utah Sweetvetch (Hedysarum Boreale) is a perennial herb in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Hedysarum boreale is a perennial herbaceous legume native to dry, rocky hillsides and sandy stream valleys in North America.

Utah Sweetvetch

Utah Sweetvetch

Hedysarum Boreale

Hedysarum boreale is a perennial herbaceous legume native to dry, rocky hillsides and sandy stream valleys in North America.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, forage plant, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Utah Sweetvetch

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Hedysarum