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Prairie Redroot

Ceanothus herbaceus, Rhamnaceae

Zones
3–7
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Sawtooth SunflowerHelianthus grosseserratus
Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing
Prairie WedgescaleSphenopholis obtusata
Nitrogen Fixation
Hairy Golden AsterHeterotheca villosa
Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Soapweed YuccaYucca glauca

Yucca's extensive roots and potential chemical inhibition compete with prairie shrub establishment

Uses

Functions

Soil ImprovementErosion ControlWildlife Habitat

Medicinal Uses

Respiratory AilmentsDigestive Issues

Common Questions

What zones does Prairie Redroot grow in?

Prairie Redroot grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 7.

Is Prairie Redroot a nitrogen fixer?

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

What are good companion plants for Prairie Redroot?

Good companions for Prairie Redroot include Sawtooth Sunflower, Prairie Wedgescale, Hairy Golden Aster.

Design guilds with Prairie Redroot and see companion relationships visually.

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