Dalea Candida 100 Seeds – White Prairie Clover Native Wildflower Pollinator Perennial

Dalea candida, commonly known as White Prairie Clover, is a native North American perennial wildflower prized for its slender spikes of small white flowers. Blooming through summer, these nectar-rich blossoms rise above fine, bright green foliage and attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators to the garden. White Prairie Clover is a wonderful choice for prairie plantings, pollinator gardens, meadow restorations, and naturalized landscapes, where its deep-rooted, drought-tolerant nature helps build resilient, low-maintenance plantings.

This listing offers 100 seeds of this native perennial, an excellent option for gardeners looking to establish a long-lived wildflower that supports local ecosystems. Its understated elegance and ecological value make it a standout in native plant collections and conservation seed mixes.

Plant Features

• Native perennial wildflower with showy white flower spikes
• Highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
• Drought tolerant once established, ideal for xeriscapes and prairie gardens
• Provides erosion control and habitat value in naturalized areas
• Low-maintenance and long-lived in suitable conditions

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Dalea candida
• Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil; tolerates poor, rocky soils
• Water Requirements: Low to medium; drought tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: 1–3 feet
• Spacing: 12–18 inches apart

Planting & Care

White Prairie Clover seeds benefit from scarification or a period of cold stratification to improve germination. For best results, sow seeds in fall or early winter outdoors, or stratify them in a refrigerator for 2–4 weeks before spring planting. Scatter seeds on the soil surface and press them lightly into the top layer, as light aids germination. Keep the area consistently moist until seedlings emerge, then gradually reduce watering as plants establish.

Once established, Dalea candida requires minimal care. Water during extended dry periods in the first growing season to help roots develop, but avoid overwatering. Plants thrive in full sun and well-drained soil; they do not perform well in poorly drained or heavily amended beds. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued bloom, or leave seed heads for birds and self-seeding. Cut back old stems in late winter or early spring to promote fresh growth.

What's Included

100 Dalea candida (White Prairie Clover) seeds.