Astragalus trichopodus var. trichopodus - Santa Barbara Milkvetch (Plant) Size:1G Birds love the berries and

Birds love the berries and the small yellow flowers are fragrant

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Astragalus trichopodus var. trichopodus - Santa Barbara Milkvetch (Plant) Size:1G Birds love the berries andA finely textured perennial that does well in a dry garden with good drainage. Caution: may be toxic. Plant Characteristics Family Name Fabaceae Species Name Astragalus trichopodus var. trichopodus Common Name Santa Barbara Milkvetch Plant Type Perennial Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color Purple, Violet, Lavender, White, Cream Flowering Months March, April, May, June, February Evergreen