Rupertia physodes (Forest Scurfpea) Seed Packet

A handsome perennial with rich, dark-green, trifoliate foliage and charming clusters of purple-tinged, creamy pea-like flowers. This lower-grower can get so bushy that it almost has the appearance of a small shrub. The blooms come on in late spring to early summer when many other bloomers are starting to fade. It is a great mid-season resource for pollinators and is especially attractive to bumblebees and also hummingbirds.

• Family: Fabaceae
• Per/Ann: Perennial
• Sun/Shade: Sun/partial shade
• Zones: 6-9
• Height: up to 2 ft
• Bloom time: late spring-summer
• Habitat: dry woodland and forest edges, upland prairies.
• Stratification: none

Portland Plant List (Backyard Habitat Certification): Yes