Showy Tick Trefoil (Desmodium canadense)

Native Perennial with Clusters of pink or rose-purple pea-like flowers that bloom along the plant’s upper stems for about three weeks in mid-summer(July-Aug).

For the best effect start by planting in in colonies rather than isolated plants and tight plantings can help counter a tendency to spread. grows to 2-6 ft. high, it

Prefers: FS/PS with Medium-Wet, - Medium-Dry Soil,  Plant spacing 4-8" apart.   Drought resistant

Benefits:  it is a (legume), which adds nitrogen to soil. The nectar, pollen, seeds and foliage of this species appeal to pollinators and birds