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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 5–8Climate Temperate
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — arching deciduous shrub reaching 4-6 feet tall and wide

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–8

Shape & size

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

Classification

Family
Fabaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — Prune in late winter for best blooms, image 25
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — Adds a burst of color and texture to any garden; making it an excellent choice for adding texture
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 airy elegance
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — Throughout the summer and into fall; prune in late winter for best blooms
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — the arching branches become densely laden with blossoms; making it an excellent choice for adding
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — 'Gibraltar' thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil; high-impact presence
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') — For an ideal landscape scene; making it an excellent choice for adding texture
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — pair it with ornamental grasses; high-impact presence that captivates viewers with its airy elegance
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — making it an excellent choice for adding texture, image 32
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; prune in
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — or coneflowers to create a dynamic and contrasting display.<br><br>In terms of maintenance; prune in
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — pink flowers in the garden; prune in late winter for best blooms
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — high-impact presence that captivates viewers with its airy elegance and resilient nature, image 39
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — The Japanese Bush Clover delivers a low-maintenance; making it an excellent choice for adding texture
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — Thrives in full sun to part shade, prefers well-drained soil, and tolerates drought once, image 45
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — grass / shrub for full or half; high-impact presence that captivates viewers with its airy elegance
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — arching deciduous shrub reaching 4-6 feet tall and wide; prune in late winter for best, image 43
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — Adorned with dense, rosy-purple flowers in late summer to fall, it creates a striking, image 44
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — grass / shrub with pink blooms; making it an excellent choice for adding texture
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — Prune in late winter for best blooms, image 46
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — Adds a burst of color and texture to any garden; making it an excellent choice for adding, image 47
Japanese Bush Clover (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Gibraltar') — scientifically known as Lespedeza thunbergii 'Gibraltar'; high-impact presence that, image 48

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