Hairy Canary Clover (Lotus Hirsutus) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A semi-evergreen sub-shrub with a rounded habit, growing up to 80 cm tall, featuring small, softly hairy leaves and clusters of pale pink pea-flowers in summer and autumn.

Hairy Canary Clover

Hairy Canary Clover

Lotus Hirsutus

A semi-evergreen sub-shrub with a rounded habit, growing up to 80 cm tall, featuring small, softly hairy leaves and clusters of pale pink pea-flowers in summer and autumn.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental, drought-tolerant plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Hairy Canary Clover

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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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Hairy Canary Clover
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Lotus