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Maximowicz Bushclover

Lespedeza maximowiczii, Fabaceae

Zones
5–9
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerMulch MakerPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Boer LovegrassEragrostis chloromelas
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Heath False-bromeBrachypodium pinnatum
Nitrogen FixationWind Protection
Dahurian LespedezaLespedeza daurica
Nitrogen FixationPollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Bladder CloverTrifolium spumosum

Bushy lespedeza growth form competes with and shades low-growing clovers

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationWildlife FoodErosion ControlLate Season Blooms

Common Questions

What zones does Maximowicz Bushclover grow in?

Maximowicz Bushclover grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9.

Is Maximowicz Bushclover a nitrogen fixer?

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

What are good companion plants for Maximowicz Bushclover?

Good companions for Maximowicz Bushclover include Boer Lovegrass, Heath False-brome, Dahurian Lespedeza.

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