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Purple vetch (Vicia benghalensis)

Purple vetch (Vicia benghalensis)

One of the most impressive varieties within the vetch family, use this reliably self-sowing herbaceous perennial as a green manure crop to improve soil fertility.
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DELIVERY INFORMATION
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Details:

Type
Hardy Annual
Position
In Grass
Soil
Broad Tolerance
Flowers
April - May
Height
45cm (18in)
Common name
Purple Vetch
Moisture
Moist but Well-drained
Aspect
Full Sun
Spread
45cm (18in)

Description

One of the most impressive varieties within the vetch family, use this reliably self-sowing herbaceous perennial as a green manure crop to improve soil fertility. Producing flushes of attractive red chandeliers that swing from their stems, this is a must-have for April and May.

Care Tips

These plants don't like overly rich soil or soil that's too dry.