bush clover
Lespedeza bicolor 'Yakushima'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8
Flowers:
Violet purple Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
watering
Bush clover (Lespedeza bicolor 'Yakushima') should be watered once a week and given approximately 2 inches of water. For best results, water deeply, allowing water to soak the soil to a depth of at least 6 inches. During periods of extreme heat, it may need to be watered an extra time, providing an additional inch of water. Be sure to avoid over-watering, which can cause root rot and other issues.
sunlight
Bush clover (Lespedeza bicolor 'Yakushima') thrives best in full sun, which means it needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. During the summer, the bush clover may require up to 8 hours of full sun to remain healthy and vibrant. During very hot summer days, afternoon shade may be welcome for this plant species.
pruning
Bush clover (Lespedeza bicolor 'Yakushima') should be pruned in late winter, before new growth begins. Pruning should include removing dead, damaged or crossing branches, as well as thinning out densely growing branches. If being used for a hedge, the bush may be pruned to the desired shape and size. It may also be cut back to the ground in early spring in order to rejuvenate the plant. For shrub specimens of bush clover, take out up to 1-third of the older growth, ensuring that the remaining branches are evenly spaced.
