Lespedeza capitata

Round-headed Bush Clover

Cream to white flowering clover with narrow leaves on stiff stems. Dense rounded heads are made up of tiny whitish- green florets. Can reach 5′ or more. Prefers well-drained soil. Legume; provides the soil with benificial nitrogen. Food source for small mammals

  • Height: 3' – 4'
  • Width: 18" – 24"
  • Soil Conditions: Moist/Well Drained
  • Flower Color: White
  • Bloom Time: July, August, September
  • Hardiness Zone: 4 To 8
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  • Plant Characteristics

  • Attributes

    • Drought Tolerant
  • Attracts Wildlife

    • Attracts Wildlife
    • Attracts Butterflies
    • Attracts Pollinators
  • Plant Habit

    • Upright
  • Light Conditions

    • Sun to Part Shade
  • Native Plant Community

    • Dry Prairie
    • Mesis Prairie
    • Savanna
  • Flower Color

    • White
  • Flower Hue

    • Dark
  • Flower Type

    • Head
  • Flower Height

    • 3' to 4'
  • Foliage Color

    • Green
  • Leaf Texture

    • Medium
  • Flower Form

    • Single
  • Flower Size

    • 1/2"
  • Soil Moisture

    • Moist/Well Drained
  • Prune Time

    • Jan/Feb/March
  • Growth Rate

    • Average
  • Origin

    • 90 Miles From Mg