30 Astragalus drummondii Seeds Woolly Milkvetch Native Perennial Wildflower Prairie Meadow

Astragalus drummondii, commonly known as Woolly Milkvetch, is a native perennial wildflower that brings a soft, textural presence to naturalized and low-water landscapes. Its silvery, woolly foliage and upright stems produce clusters of pale cream to yellow pea-like blooms in late spring to early summer, creating a delicate contrast in prairie plantings and pollinator gardens.

This hardy legume is well suited to meadow gardens, rock gardens, and native restoration projects where its deep root system helps it tolerate dry conditions once established. The flowers support bees and other beneficial insects, while the plant's compact, bushy habit works well in mixed borders or as a background accent. It performs best in lean, well-drained soils and requires little maintenance in the right setting.
Species: Astragalus drummondii
Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant_Habit: Upright, clump-forming, woolly foliage
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, sandy or gravelly loam; tolerates poor, dry soils
Zones: 4 to 8
Germination: Scarify seed and cold-moisten stratify for 4 to 6 weeks before sowing
Sowing: Surface sow and press into soil; do not bury deeply, as light aids germination
Spacing: 12 to 18 inches apart
Notes: Drought tolerant once established; attractive to bees and native pollinators