25 Seeds American Vetch Vicia americana Native Wildflower Vine Pollinator Friendly Prairie Garden

American Vetch is a native perennial climbing vine grown from seed, valued for its delicate vining habit and clusters of small purple and blue blossoms that appear through late spring and summer. It is a vigorous yet well-behaved wildflower that brings a natural prairie look to meadow plantings, pollinator gardens, and informal borders.
This native vine scrambles up grasses and low shrubs, making it well suited for prairie restoration, wildlife meadows, and naturalized areas. The flowers support bees and other beneficial insects, while the fine-textured foliage offers soft seasonal interest. It works well as a ground cover in mixed plantings or allowed to climb on light support.
Species: Vicia americana
Type: Perennial climbing vine
Plant Habit: Vining, sprawling
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining, average to dry
Zones: 3-8
Germination: Scarification followed by cold stratification improves results
Sowing: Sow directly or in containers in fall or early spring
Spacing: 12-18 inches
Notes: Native wildflower suited to meadows and pollinator plantings