Quick answer: Utah sweetvetch (Hedysarum boreale) is native to 3 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seeds, verified 15 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 | Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Dry |
| Soil | Sandy or rocky soils |
| Bloom | Apr-Aug |
| Height | Up to 2 ft |
| Wildlife value | Special value to native/bumble bees, attracts butterflies |
none; nitrogen-fixing
Buying it
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (15 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seeds via Amazon · listing verified 15 Sep 2026
See where to buy →Quick answers about Utah sweetvetch
Where is Utah sweetvetch native?
Utah sweetvetch (Hedysarum boreale) is native to Arizona, Nevada and Utah. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Utah sweetvetch bloom?
Utah sweetvetch blooms Apr-Aug. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Utah sweetvetch need?
Light: Sun. Water: Dry. Soil: Sandy or rocky soils. Mature height: Up to 2 ft.
Is Utah sweetvetch good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Special value to native/bumble bees, attracts butterflies.
Is Utah sweetvetch deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?
Utah sweetvetch is drought-tolerant.
Where can I buy real Utah sweetvetch seed or plants?
We found a listing sold as seeds that names the true species, last checked 15 Sep 2026. Look for the scientific name Hedysarum boreale on any listing.
Similar native plants
Native plants that share growing conditions or range with Utah sweetvetch.
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