CROWN VETCH
Coronilla varia
Plant Characteristics
Height:
1' - 2'
Stem:
Stalk-like
Leaves:
Small leaflets arranged in pairs
Flower:
10-25 flowers at end of stem, whitish pink
Bloom Time:
May to SeptemberCrown vetch is able to take over roadsides and waterways easily. It crowds out native plants, changing the natural habitat. It can be a long living plant, even with control measures. It is best to check back regularly to see the progress of the control measures taken.
Mow
Mow in late spring.
Spot Spray
Spot spray for several years to prevent regrowth.
Cultural Plant Alternatives:
Prairie Loosestrife
Prairie loosestrife is often a common plant in native seed mixtures. It offers a vibrant yellow hue and produces a yellow fruit from the flowers. It grows well in moist environments and attracts many pollinators.
Swamp Milkweed
Just as the name implies, this plant loves being around water. It can be used in drainage ditches and where water pools in the yard. The bright flowers attract Monarch butterflies and can be easily cut for long lasting flower arrangements.
