ZONES 4 - 8 Perennial: The sunflower-like blooms of this native wildflower are a welcome sign of spring. Native Americans used the plant for food and medicine. All parts of the plant are edible. It is drought tolerant and a prize in any natural or xeriscape garden.
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Caragana arborescens
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Deciduous, hardy, and tough. This nitrogen-fixing shrub bears yellow flowers in spring that mature into edible pods for humans and wildlife. Used for windbreaks, hedges, and erosion control. Grows up to 15 feet. Drought tolerant.
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Introduction
Siberian Pea Shrub (Caragana arborescens) is a hardy, drought-tolerant shrub that is native to Siberia and Mongolia. It is a popular landscaping plant in many parts of the world, and is also used for erosion control and as a nitrogen-fixing plant.
What does Siberian Pea Shrub look like?
- Grows up to 15 feet tall and 6 feet wide
- Has small, yellow flowers that bloom in spring
- Produces brown seed pods in summer
- Has thorny branches
Why should I plant Siberian Pea Shrub?
- Attracts butterflies and other pollinators
- Provides food and shelter for wildlife
- Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance
- Helps to control erosion
- Fixes nitrogen in the soil
Some interesting facts about Siberian Pea Shrub
- The wood of Siberian Pea Shrub is used to make furniture and musical instruments
- The leaves and flowers of Siberian Pea Shrub can be eaten
- Siberian Pea Shrub is a good source of nectar for honeybees
- The roots of Siberian Pea Shrub can help to remove heavy metals from the soil
How do I germinate Siberian Pea Shrub?
- Soak seeds for 2-4 days before sowing.
- If sowing in Spring before last frost date soak seeds in water and keep in fridge for 2-4 days before sowing.
- Sow in Fall or Spring 1/4" deep.
- The seeds will germinate in 14-60 days.
Additional Tips
- Siberian Pea Shrub can be pruned in the spring or fall
- It is drought-tolerant, but will benefit from regular watering during dry weather
- Siberian Pea Shrub is hardy in zones 3-8
Caragana arborescens
Data sheet
- Water Needs:
- Low
Low/Moderate
Very Low
- Light:
- Full Sun
Full Sun / Partial Shade
- Zones:
- 2
3
4
5
6
7
- Growth Cycle:
- Perennial
- Soil Type:
- ALL Tolerant of most soils
Chalky Soil
Clay Soil
Loamy Soil
Peaty Soil
Saline Soil
Sandy Soil
Silty Soil
- Edible:
- Yes
- Color:
- Yellow
- Height:
- o: Up to 12 Feet
p: Up to 15 Feet
- Growing Instructions:
- Soak seeds for 2–4 days before sowing. If sowing in Spring after last frost date soak seeds in water and keep in fridge for 2–4 days before sowing. Sow in Fall or Spring 1/4" deep. Germination 14-60 days. Keep moist.
- Warnings:
- None
- Special Features:
- Birds and Hummingbirds
Butterfiles and Pollinators
Erosion Control
Fodder/Wildlife/Shelter
Soil Improvement
Windbreak
- Growth Rate:
- Moderate/Fast
- Evergreen
- No
Specific References
- UPC
- 810071361050
- MPN
- SPSCA50