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Mongolian Milkvetch

Astragalus mongholicus, Fabaceae

Zones
3–8
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerGround CoverDynamic Accumulator

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Mongolian Milk VetchAstragalus propinquus
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Mountain RyeSecale montanum
Nitrogen Fixation
Neglected SweetvetchHedysarum neglectum
Nitrogen FixationWind ProtectionPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

WallflowerErysimum cheiri

Wallflower glucosinolate breakdown products inhibit milkvetch root development

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationDeep Soil MiningErosion ControlCold Climate Cover

Medicinal Uses

Immune SupportAdaptogenicQi Tonic

Common Questions

What zones does Mongolian Milkvetch grow in?

Mongolian Milkvetch grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

Is Mongolian Milkvetch a nitrogen fixer?

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

What are good companion plants for Mongolian Milkvetch?

Good companions for Mongolian Milkvetch include Mongolian Milk Vetch, Mountain Rye, Neglected Sweetvetch.

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