Desmanthus illinoensis (Illinois Bundleflower) semi-evergreen well-drained soils

well-drained soils

especially in the summer

warm-season bunchgrass

It goes dormant in the winter and should not be trimmed until late winter or early spring

Desmanthus illinoensis (Illinois Bundleflower) semi-evergreen well-drained soilsIllinois Bundleflower is a woody, bushy perennial featuring mimosa like leaves that fold in strong sunlight and when touched. Ball like flowers are small, whitish in color. Seedpods are leathery, twisted and quite ornamental. They make a good addition to dried arrangements. As a legume, Illinois Bundleflower helps to build the soil. It is adaptable, and grows in a variety of soils, except for coarse sands and heavy clays. In nature, it is found