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Lespedeza Capitata Seeds

1000 Seeds
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4.99
2000 Seeds
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8.99

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

3 - 9

HEIGHT

30 - 48 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer and fall

BLOOM COLOR

Cream

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Loam, clay, sand, rocky, pH 5.6 - 7.3

DEER RESISTANT

No

FOLIAGE COLOR

Silvery green

LATIN NAME

Lespedeza capitata

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Lespedeza  (Lespedeza Capitata) - Start Lespedeza seeds for a naturalized landscape setting. Also known as Round-headed Bush Clover, this beneficial flowering plant grows best in full sun and dry conditions. Lespedeza is adaptable to different kinds of soil that contain significant amounts of loam, clay, sand, or rocky material.
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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

65F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

1/4 - 1/2 inch

SOWING RATE

3 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seed moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

12 - 24 inches

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Outsidepride Prairie Clover (Dalea candida - White and Dalea purpurea - Purple) and Round-Headed Bush Clover (Lespedeza capitata) are hardy, drought-tolerant perennials native to North America, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil. These nitrogen-fixing legumes improve soil health, prevent erosion, and provide high-protein forage for wildlife and livestock. Their unique flower spikes bloom in summer, attracting bees, butterflies, and birds, while their deep root systems make them ideal for xeriscaping and naturalized landscapes. Perfect for meadows, slopes, and roadside plantings, these resilient plants require minimal maintenance once established.
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Enhance your landscape with Lespedeza, White Prairie, and Purple Prairie clover, known for their striking bloom colors and seasonal variety. With heights ranging from 18 to 48 inches, these hardy plants thrive through summer and fall, offering vibrant cream, white, and purple blooms. Ideal for gardens, pastures, and natural habitats, they create a balanced environment while enriching the soil. Enjoy a lush, colorful display that thrives season after season with minimal maintenance.
Pollinating Purple & White Prairie Clover
For optimal results, sow Prairie Clover (Dalea candida and Dalea purpurea) and Round-Headed Bush Clover (Lespedeza capitata) seeds directly outdoors in late fall in a sunny, well-drained area. Prepare a clean seedbed, scatter seeds, and lightly cover with 1/16 inch of soil. Seeds will remain dormant through winter and germinate in spring when temperatures rise. If planting in spring, cold stratify seeds in the refrigerator for 3–4 weeks before sowing. Water regularly until established, then these drought-tolerant perennials require minimal care. They enrich the soil by fixing nitrogen and attracting pollinators, birds, and wildlife.

Lespedeza (Lespedeza Capitata) - Start Lespedeza seeds for a naturalized landscape setting. Also known as Round-headed Bush Clover, this beneficial flowering plant grows best in full sun and dry conditions. Lespedeza is adaptable to different kinds of soil that contain significant amounts of loam, clay, sand, or rocky material. Like many legumes, it adds nitrogen to the soil, and is easy to grow from flower seeds. Round-headed Bush Clover has good drought resistance; however, some of the lower leaves may turn yellow and fall off the plant if adequate water is not maintained.

Lespedeza is excellent for wildlife. It mixes well in a naturalized setting with a mix of wildflowers. Round-Headed Bush Clover is very attractive to both bees and butterflies. Because it is high in protein and palatable, many herbivores eat the plant during different growth stages, including deer, rabbits, groundhogs, and livestock. This can be a problem with establishment if these animals are not controlled. The flower seeds are eaten primarily by upland game birds including: the Mourning Dove, Bobwhite, and Wild Turkey. During the winter, the Lespedeza seed is eaten by song birds.

Lespedeza Capitata seed does well with a dormant fall planting. The flower seeds can be directly planted outdoors in the late fall where they will lay dormant until spring rains and warming temperatures will bring on germination. If planted in the spring, Round Headed Bush Clover seed benefits from a cold treatment for 3 - 4 weeks before sowing.

Approximately 8,000 seeds per ounce.

Common Questions

Q

What are some common uses for lespedeza capitata?

A

This plant is commonly used for forage, soil improvement, erosion control and as an ornamental plant for flower beds and borders.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my spent blooms?

A

If you want to encourage more blooms you will need to deadhead your flowers.

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