Slender Bush Clover

Lespedeza virginica, Fabaceae

Zones

5–9

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerDynamic AccumulatorGround CoverPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

White fonioDigitaria exilis

Nitrogen FixationNutrient Accumulation

Silver Leaf DesmodiumDesmodium uncinatum

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Douglas' MeadowfoamLimnanthes douglasii

Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing

Alpine BistortPolygonum viviparum

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Darnel RyegrassLolium temulentum

Nitrogen FixationPhysical Support

Antagonistic Plants

Sky LupineLupinus nanus

Both legumes compete for similar soil conditions and bacterial partnerships

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationWildlife FoodLate Season NectarErosion ControlSoil Improvement

Edible Parts

LeavesSeeds

Common Questions

What zones does Slender Bush Clover grow in?

Slender Bush Clover grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9.

Is Slender Bush Clover a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Slender Bush Clover is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Slender Bush Clover?

Good companions for Slender Bush Clover include White fonio, Silver Leaf Desmodium, Douglas' Meadowfoam, Alpine Bistort, Darnel Ryegrass.

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