Genus and Species: Thermopsis villosa
Family: Fabaceae
Common Name: Carolina Bush Pea, Aaron’s Rod
Habit: perennial
Height: 2-5 feet
Flower Color: deep yellow
Native To: North Carolina
Range: throughout southeastern Appalachian region
Blooming Period: May-June
Water Requirement: low to average
Soil Type: average
Exposure: full sun
Seed Count: N/A
Seeding Rate: N/A
Miscellaneous: excellent cut flower; sometimes known
botanically as Thermopsis caroliniana
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Genus and Species: Thermopsis villosa
