Chickpea Milkvetch

Astragalus cicer, Fabaceae

Zones

3–7

Layer

Ground Cover

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerGround CoverPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Large ThymeThymus pulegioides

Nitrogen FixationPest Deterrent

European BuckthornRhamnus cathartica

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Hedge BedstrawGalium mollugo

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Common TeaselDipsacus fullonum

Nitrogen Fixation

Antagonistic Plants

Purple Milk VetchAstragalus danicus

Congeneric Astragalus species compete for nitrogen fixation sites and root resources

Dwarf ElderSambucus ebulus

Sambucus cyanogenic compounds can inhibit nitrogen fixation in legumes like Astragalus

Uses

Functions

Soil ImprovementErosion ControlWildlife Food

Edible Parts

Young PodsSeeds

Medicinal Uses

Immune SupportAdaptogenicRespiratory Health

Common Questions

What zones does Chickpea Milkvetch grow in?

Chickpea Milkvetch grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 7.

Is Chickpea Milkvetch a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Chickpea Milkvetch is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Chickpea Milkvetch?

Good companions for Chickpea Milkvetch include Large Thyme, European Buckthorn, Hedge Bedstraw, Common Teasel.

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