Purple Prairie Flower (Dalea purpurea) is a native perennial wildflower found in North American prairies, renowned for its delicate, purple, cone-shaped flower clusters and feathery foliage. It plays an important role in prairie ecosystems by supporting pollinators and enriching the soil through nitrogen fixation

Key Features:

Appearance: Produces vibrant, cylindrical flower spikes with small, bright purple blooms arranged around a central cone, atop slender stems that reach 1–3 feet tall

Bloom Time: Blooms in mid to late summer, adding beauty and biodiversity to meadows and gardens

Ecological Role: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. As a legume, it fixes nitrogen in the soil, benefiting surrounding plants

Benefits:

Drought Tolerance: Adapted to dry, well-drained soils, making it ideal for xeriscaping and low-water gardens

Erosion Control: Its deep root system stabilizes soil and prevents erosion

Low Maintenance: Thrives with minimal care in full sun and poor soils