Rosy Bird's-foot Trefoil (Hosackia Rosea) is a perennial herb in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Hosackia rosea is a perennial herb native to California and western North America, characterized by robust stems and pinnate leaves with oval leaflets.

Rosy Bird's-foot Trefoil

Rosy Bird's-foot Trefoil

Hosackia Rosea

Hosackia rosea is a perennial herb native to California and western North America, characterized by robust stems and pinnate leaves with oval leaflets.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractant, nitrogen fixer

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Rosy Bird's-foot Trefoil

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Hosackia