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Japanese Bush Clover

Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar'

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Overview

Lespedeza thunbergii 'Gibraltar', or Japanese Bush Clover, is a graceful, arching deciduous shrub reaching 4-6 feet tall and wide. Adorned with dense, rosy-purple flowers in late summer to fall, it creates a striking display. Thrives in full sun to part shade, prefers well-drained soil, and tolerates drought once established. Prune in late winter for best blooms. USDA Zones 4-8. Adds a burst of color and texture to any garden.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–8Type Grass, ShrubClimate Temperate
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — pair it with ornamental grasses; high-impact presence that captivates viewers with its, image 57

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–8

Shape & size

Mature height
4–6 Ft.
Mature width
6–12 Ft.

Classification

Type
Grass, Shrub
Family
Fabaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — pair it with ornamental grasses; high-impact presence that captivates viewers with its, image 78
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — scientifically known as Lespedeza thunbergii 'Gibraltar'; high-impact presence that captivates
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — creating a fountain-like effect; high-impact presence that captivates viewers with its, image 51
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — For an ideal landscape scene
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — This cultivar is notably drought-tolerant once established; prune in late winter for best blooms
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — pink flowers in the garden; prune in late winter for best blooms, image 82
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — This variety typically reaches a mature height of 4 to 5 feet with a spread of 5 to 6 feet
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — Adorned with dense, rosy-purple flowers in late summer to fall, it creates a striking display
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — arching deciduous shrub reaching 4-6 feet tall and wide; prune in late winter for best, image 64
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — or coneflowers to create a dynamic and contrasting display.<br><br>In terms of, image 58
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — Thrives in full sun to part shade, prefers well-drained soil, and tolerates drought once, image 66
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