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Hairy lespedeza

Lespedeza hirta, Fabaceae

Zones
4–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerGround CoverBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Common Hemp NettleGaleopsis tetrahit
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Slender hairgrassDeschampsia elongata
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Balkan False FlaxCamelina rumelica
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Darnel RyegrassLolium temulentum

Fast-growing annual grasses can suppress legume establishment through resource competition

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationSoil ImprovementWildlife HabitatErosion ControlLate Season Blooms

Common Questions

What zones does Hairy lespedeza grow in?

Hairy lespedeza grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

Is Hairy lespedeza a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Hairy lespedeza is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Hairy lespedeza?

Good companions for Hairy lespedeza include Common Hemp Nettle, Slender hairgrass, Balkan False Flax.

Design guilds with Hairy lespedeza and see companion relationships visually.

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