Leadplant
Leadplant is an excellent small shrub for low water areas. It grows naturally on the high plains of the easternmost counties of Colorado, so it is very tolerant of extreme weather conditions.
Slightly arching stems create an open rounded shrub with soft, gray-green, finely cut, fern-like leaves.
The flowers are fragrant and similar in shape to those of butterfly bush. The flowers are very showy at peak bloom, with a unique flower color combination of purple and orange.
Prospers in hot, dry conditions.
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Leadplant
Leadplant is an excellent small shrub for low water areas. It grows naturally on the high plains of the easternmost counties of Colorado, so it is very tolerant of extreme weather conditions.
Slightly arching stems create an open rounded shrub with soft, gray-green, finely cut, fern-like leaves.
The flowers are fragrant and similar in shape to those of butterfly bush. The flowers are very showy at peak bloom, with a unique flower color combination of purple and orange.
Prospers in hot, dry conditions.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Amorpha canescens
Pronunciation
a-MOR-fa kan-ESS-kens
Mature Height
2 to 4 ft.
Mature Spread
3 to 4 ft.
Water usage
Water Usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
purple with orange centers
Bloom time
mid to late summer
Colorado Native
Yes
Natural Habitat
central North America
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 2-8
Elevation Limit
hardy to 8,000 ft.
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