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Add bold color and native beauty to dry landscapes with Showy Locoweed (Oxytropis lambertii), a striking perennial wildflower known for its dense clusters of vivid purple to pink flowers and silvery-green foliage. This eye-catching species blooms in late spring to early summer and stands out in prairie and open meadow settings.
Showy Locoweed thrives in prairie gardens, dry meadows, open grasslands, and restoration plantings. Its deep taproot makes it highly drought tolerant once established, and the nectar-rich flowers support native bees and early-season pollinators. This species is best suited for naturalized landscapes and low-water gardens.
You will receive:
✔️ 25 fresh, viable seeds
✔️ Open-pollinated, untreated seeds
✔️ Carefully packaged for successful sowing
⚠️ Important note: Showy Locoweed is toxic to livestock. Plant responsibly and avoid areas with grazing animals.
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Showy Locoweed
Botanical Name: Oxytropis lambertii
Plant Type: Native perennial wildflower
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Dry, well-drained, sandy or rocky soil
Height: 6–18 inches
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Flower Color: Purple to pink
Native Range: Western & Central North America
Cold Hardiness: USDA zones 3–8
Cold Stratification: Required (30–60 days)
Showy Locoweed prefers dry, open sites and does not tolerate wet soils. Seeds are best fall sown or cold stratified before spring planting. Germination may be slow, and young plants develop deep taproots early.
Showy Locoweed – Oxytropis lambertii 25 Seeds | Native Prairie Wildflower | Striking Purple Blooms | Drought-Tolerant Perennial
$9.99