University of Wisconsin-Madison

Leadplant

Amorpha canescens

Plant name: Leadplant Amorpha canescens This plant features feathery, pale green leaves with a soft, fuzzy texture that are arranged in a dense, fern-like pattern.

Plant Information

Type: Deciduous shrub
Garden: Prairie
Zone: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Bloom Time: Jun - Jul
Height: 8-40 inches
Light Requirements: Full sun
Flower Color: Purple, Violet, Blue
Special Characteristics:
  • Butterfly attractor, Drought tolerant, Native Wisconsin prairie plant, Salt tolerant, Requires the extra drainage afforded by sandy or gravelly soils