Centrosema virginianum ~ Butterfly Pea gray-green-leaf Taller stems may need staking

Taller stems may need staking if grown in light shade

slightly arching grass-like foliage is deep green with clean white edges

and Japanese beetles can be troublesome if not taken care of promptly

rich purple color

but only starts producing after 30 years of age

Centrosema virginianum ~ Butterfly Pea gray-green-leaf Taller stems may need stakingButterfly Pea is a native twining vine with trailing stems and lavender to white flowers through summer. Legume pods follow the flowers. Flowers best in filtered sun and rich well drained soils. Butterfly Pea is a nitrogen fixer. Centrosema virginianum is a host plant for the Long Tailed Skipper and Northern Cloudywing. Type: Vine Height: 0. 5' 1' Spread: 5 6' Spacing: 5' USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 9 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Purple White