Mongolian Milk Vetch

Astragalus propinquus, Fabaceae

Zones

3–8

Layer

Ground Cover

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerGround CoverDynamic Accumulator

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Mountain RyeSecale montanum

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antarctic Hair GrassDeschampsia antarctica

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Mongolian MilkvetchAstragalus mongholicus

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Fox-tail MilkvetchAstragalus alopecuroides

Congeneric Astragalus species have similar resource requirements leading to competitive interference

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationSoil ImprovementErosion ControlWildlife Habitat

Edible Parts

Roots

Medicinal Uses

Immune SupportAdaptogenic

Common Questions

What zones does Mongolian Milk Vetch grow in?

Mongolian Milk Vetch grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

Is Mongolian Milk Vetch a nitrogen fixer?

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

What are good companion plants for Mongolian Milk Vetch?

Good companions for Mongolian Milk Vetch include Mountain Rye, Antarctic Hair Grass, Mongolian Milkvetch.

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