Bring natural charm to your garden with Goat's Rue (Galega officinalis), a beautiful seasonal bloomer known for its clusters of delicate pea-like flowers. This heirloom variety is valued for its ornamental appeal and adaptability, making it a great choice for cottage-style and pollinator-friendly gardens. With its vigorous growth and long-lasting blooms, it provides both beauty and resilience in the landscape.
Features & Specifications:
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Seed Type: Heirloom, GMO-Free
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Flower Color: Lavender to soft pink pea-like blooms
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Growth Habit: Upright perennial with bushy foliage
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Height: 24 – 48 inches tall
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Blooming Season: Summer to early fall
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Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Preference: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
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Watering Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
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Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects
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Maintenance: Low – suitable for naturalized plantings
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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When to Sow:
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Outdoors: After the last frost in spring.
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Indoors: 6–8 weeks before the last frost for earlier blooms.
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How to Sow:
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Loosen soil and sow seeds about 1/4 inch deep.
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Space plants 12–18 inches apart to allow for growth.
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Keep soil consistently moist until germination.
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Germination Time: 14 – 21 days under proper conditions.
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Zones & Growing Season:
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Best suited for USDA Zones 4 – 9.
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Thrives during spring to fall growing seasons.
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