Lotus rigidus
Desert Rock Pea, Deer Vetch
Description
Rock pea is a durable perennial that grows to about 1 1/2' tall by 2' wide. Yellow and orange pea-shaped flowers appear from February through May. This plant can tolerate full sun, reflected heat, drought, and poor soils as long as they are well drained. Rock pea is native to Arizona, southern Utah and Nevada, California, and into northwestern Mexico. Numerous stems branch from a woody base. It is drought deciduous and can get leggy with too much water. Good to cut to ground to rejuvenate.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Orange, Yellow
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Spring
Water Saving Tip:
Replace damaged nozzles or heads with those identical to other heads on the same valve.
Mixing different types of heads on the same valve will create overly dry areas or overly wet areas.