| Characteristics Table | |
|---|---|
| Growth Habit | Tap Root |
| Flood Tolerance | Fair |
| Drought Tolerance | Good |
| Salt Tolerance | Poor |
| Soil PH | Neutral to Basic |
| Soil Type | Moderately Coarse to Fine |
| Approx. Seeds/lb | 33,000 |
| Canopy Mature Height | 15-60 cm |
American Vetch
Vicia americana, native
- Naturally fixes nitrogen in the soil
- Highly palatable for wildlife and livestock
- Two varieties found in Alberta: var. americana is taller and var. sparsifolia is shorter and more hairy
- Long-lived, cool season perennial
- Lavender- or fuchsia-coloured flowers
- Flowers May to September
- Used primarily for soil improvement along roadsides and for bank stabilization
