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Russian Milkvetch

Astragalus falcatus, Fabaceae

Zones
3–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerGround Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Bulbous Canary GrassPhalaris aquatica
Nitrogen Fixation
Low ServiceberryAmelanchier humilis
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Alpine CurrantRibes alpinum
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Blue ElderberrySambucus cerulea
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Ground Plum MilkvetchAstragalus crassicarpus

Astragalus species can share weevil pests and fungal diseases specific to the genus

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationDeep Soil PenetrationErosion ControlForage

Common Questions

What zones does Russian Milkvetch grow in?

Russian Milkvetch grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

Is Russian Milkvetch a nitrogen fixer?

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

What are good companion plants for Russian Milkvetch?

Good companions for Russian Milkvetch include Bulbous Canary Grass, Low Serviceberry, Alpine Currant, Blue Elderberry.

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