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Lespedeza buergeri /Bush Clover or Japanese Clover
New foliage in early spring
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New foliage in early spring
Leaves composed of three leaflets
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Scientific Name:
Lespedeza buergeri
Common Name:
Bush Clover or Japanese Clover
Plant Type:
Deciduous
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
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Height:
2- 5 feet
Spread:
2 -3 feet
Bloom time:
Summer
Flower color:
Pink
Light Exposure:
Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist
Rate of Growth:
Fast
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Comments:
Will not tolerate heavy, clay soils, but does like one that is well drained and not infertile. A legume, it will fix nitrogen on its root system. Prune away cold damaged foliage at end of winter.