Astragalus balearicus

Milk Vetch, Gum Tragacanth

Family: Fabaceae Pea


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 8A - 9A
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color Purple, white, yellow
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Container, ground cover
Height 2" to 12" / 5cm to 30cm
Spread 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color Blue, green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Prostrate, rounded, spreading or horizontal