Partridge Pea
Partridge Pea is a vibrant, warm-season annual legume native to the United States, known for its striking yellow flowers and feathery green foliage. This attractive wildflower blooms from mid-summer to fall, adding a splash of color to gardens, meadows, and prairies. Partridge Pea is highly beneficial for pollinators, particularly bees and butterflies, making it a great choice for pollinator-friendly landscapes. It thrives in full sun and well-drained, sandy or loamy soils, and is well-suited for a variety of soil types, including dry or disturbed areas. This plant is not only visually appealing but also serves as an excellent nitrogen fixer, improving soil fertility.
In addition to its ecological benefits, Partridge Pea is an important wildlife plant, providing forage for birds, small mammals, and pollinators. Its seeds are particularly attractive to birds like quail, dove, and songbirds. Partridge Pea is also tolerant of drought, making it a resilient and low-maintenance addition to naturalized areas or wildflower mixes.
Segment
Conservation Seed
Category
Native Wildflower
Species
Partridge Pea