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Tall Scurf-pea

Cullen australasicum, Fabaceae

Zones
8–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerGround CoverMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Canary GrassPhalaris canariensis
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Blue Pea BushPsoralea pinnata
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Boer LovegrassEragrostis chloromelas
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Caucasian ComfreySymphytum caucasicum

Comfrey produces alkaloids that may inhibit legume growth and nitrogen fixation

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationDrought ToleranceRapid Ground CoverSoil Rehabilitation

Common Questions

What zones does Tall Scurf-pea grow in?

Tall Scurf-pea grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

Is Tall Scurf-pea a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Tall Scurf-pea is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Tall Scurf-pea?

Good companions for Tall Scurf-pea include Canary Grass, Blue Pea Bush, Boer Lovegrass.

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