Canavalia maritima

Bay Bean, Beach Bean

Family: Fabaceae Pea


Type Groundcover
USDA Hardiness range 10B - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Purple
Bloom time Year 'round
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Erosion control, ground cover, massing, seashore
Height 6" to 12" / 15cm to 30cm
Spread n/a
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Evergreen, needles or needle-like
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Brown
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Prostrate, spreading or horizontal
Attributes and features Native to North America