Also known as Goat's Rue · 58 saves
Tephrosia
Tephrosia, the genus most gardeners know as goat's rue. We track 1 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 1 most-saved Tephrosia varieties
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Tephrosia questions
How many types of Tephrosia are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Tephrosia varieties. The most popular — ranked by 58 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Tephrosia grow in?
Across its varieties, Tephrosia covers USDA Zones 4–9. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Tephrosia bloom?
Most Tephrosia varieties bloom in late spring to early summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Tephrosia should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.