Tree Medic

Medicago arborea, Fabaceae

Zones

8–11

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerGround CoverMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.2

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Sulphur CloverTrifolium ochroleucon

Nitrogen FixationShade ProvisionNurse Plant

Wood Bitter VetchVicia dumetorum

Physical SupportNitrogen FixationShade Provision

Blue WildryeElymus glaucus

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Pale FlaxLinum bienne

Pollinator Sharing

Reed Canary GrassPhalaris arundinacea var. picta

Nitrogen FixationShade ProvisionWind Protection

Sicilian Sweet CloverMelilotus siculus

Nitrogen FixationNurse PlantBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Barrelier's MustardBrassica barrelieri

Mustard family plants produce compounds that suppress legume establishment and growth

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationErosion ControlLiving MulchBiomass ProductionWinter Forage

Edible Parts

Young Leaves

Medicinal Uses

Anti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Tree Medic grow in?

Tree Medic grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

Is Tree Medic a nitrogen fixer?

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

What are good companion plants for Tree Medic?

Good companions for Tree Medic include Sulphur Clover, Wood Bitter Vetch, Blue Wildrye, Pale Flax, Reed Canary Grass.

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