LESPEDEZA thunbergii
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LESPEDEZA thunbergii
Commonly known as Bush clover
One of the best autumn flowering shrubs with terminal racemes of rose-purple flowers
£17.50 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Northern China, Japan. -
DeciduousWoody-based perennial or subshrub. 3-palmate, blue-green leaves consisting of oval leaflets to 5cm (2in) long.
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Purple
Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetRose purple -
BorderSuits a mixed or shrub border
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Fully hardy
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Palmate
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Height
1.5m (5ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightTerminal racemes are up to 15cm (6in) long, pendent, with flowers to 1.5cm (½in) long.
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Pruning group 4
Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
When: Annually in early Spring.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Full sun
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Mature Size1.5m (5ft)
2.5m (8ft)
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Lespedeza - Growing Guide