PatternBaseShowy Rattlebox
Crotalaria spectabilis, Fabaceae
Zones
8–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast
Guild Roles
Pest ConfuserNitrogen Fixer
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (optimal)
Water
ModerateModerate
Soil pH
5 – 7.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Uses
Functions
Nitrogen FixationNematode Suppression
Common Questions
What zones does Showy Rattlebox grow in?
Showy Rattlebox grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.
Is Showy Rattlebox a nitrogen fixer?
Yes, Showy Rattlebox is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.
What are good companion plants for Showy Rattlebox?
Good companions for Showy Rattlebox include African Eggplant, Desert Marigold.
Design guilds with Showy Rattlebox and see companion relationships visually.
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