bay bean
Canavalia rosea
USDA zones9 to 11
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds dry soil
Size12 inches tall10 to 40 feet wide
- Habit
- Herb , vine
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn, winter
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Bay bean (Canavalia rosea) is a vine for low maintenance planting and ground cover. It grows outdoors year-round in USDA zone 9 and warmer, down to about 20°F (-7°C). In colder areas, grow it as a houseplant or bring it indoors for winter. This plant likes full sun and dry, sandy soil. It bears pink flowers that attract bees, and it stays evergreen. Drought and salt do not trouble it, and it can spread far, so give it room.
Pairs well with Pride of madeira, Yellow bird of paradise, and Heavy Metal switchgrass.
Native range
AL, FL, LA, MS, and 1 more places. See all 5
AL, FL, LA, MS, and TX.