American Meadows Partridge Pea Seeds
Best eco-friendly choice for gardeners wanting to support local pollinators.
Transform your garden into a self-sustaining ecosystem with these vibrant, soil-enriching legumes. While they demand a bit of patience as an annual, the trade-off is a thriving habitat that actively invites pollinators while naturally revitalizing your landscape’s health.
$14.95
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American Meadows, Inc
Who it's for
- Organic gardeners seeking natural soil enrichment
- Conservationists aiming to support local butterfly populations
- Low-maintenance gardeners working with challenging, sandy soil
Who should skip it
- Gardeners maintaining strictly controlled or formal landscapes
- Beginners wanting simple, direct-sow planting experiences
- Livestock owners managing pastures with non-ruminant animals
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Attraction
A powerhouse for attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds to your garden.
Soil Enrichment
Legume properties naturally boost nitrogen levels for healthier garden soil.
Erosion Control
Dense growth habit effectively stabilizes soil and prevents landscape runoff.
Establishment Speed
Reliable first-year blooms provide immediate visual impact for new gardeners.
Maintenance Requirements
Low water needs and minimal care make this an effortless grower.
Climate Versatility
Broad hardiness range thrives across most temperate North American zones.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Chamaecrista fasciculata
Life Cycle
Annual
Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade
Soil Moisture
Dry, Average
Mature Height
24-36 inches tall
Bloom Time
Mid summer to early fall
Seed Coverage
Approx. 1 lb. per 3,500 square feet
Is Organic
False
Planting Season
Spring
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