Shrubby Bushclover (Lespedeza Bicolor) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lespedeza bicolor is a deciduous, loosely branched shrub native to East Asia, commonly used for erosion control, wildlife habitat, and forage.

Shrubby Bushclover

Shrubby Bushclover

Lespedeza Bicolor

Lespedeza bicolor is a deciduous, loosely branched shrub native to East Asia, commonly used for erosion control, wildlife habitat, and forage.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, erosion control, wildlife habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Shrubby Bushclover

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Lespedeza