Quick answer: Purple prairie clover (Dalea purpurea) is native to 18 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seeds, verified 16 Sep 2026.
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Where it's native
Listed in the directory as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Full sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Low |
| Soil | Dry |
| Bloom | Jun-Sep |
| Height | Up to 3 ft |
| Wildlife value | Nectar source, special value to native/bumble/honey bees |
none; deer resistant, valuable range species
Buying it
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (16 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seeds via Amazon · listing verified 16 Sep 2026
See where to buy →Quick answers about Purple prairie clover
Where is Purple prairie clover native?
Purple prairie clover (Dalea purpurea) is native to 18 states across the Midwest, South and West. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Purple prairie clover bloom?
Purple prairie clover blooms Jun-Sep. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Purple prairie clover need?
Light: Full sun. Water: Low. Soil: Dry. Mature height: Up to 3 ft.
Is Purple prairie clover good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Nectar source, special value to native/bumble/honey bees.
Is Purple prairie clover deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?
Purple prairie clover is drought-tolerant.
Where can I buy real Purple prairie clover seed or plants?
We found a listing sold as seeds that names the true species, last checked 16 Sep 2026. Look for the scientific name Dalea purpurea on any listing.
Similar native plants
Native plants that share growing conditions or range with Purple prairie clover.
- Buffalograss Bouteloua dactyloides
- Mexican hat Ratibida columnifera
- Blue grama Bouteloua gracilis
- Winecup Callirhoe involucrata
- Narrow-leaf coneflower Echinacea angustifolia
- Dotted blazing star Liatris punctata
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