Lespedeza Species, Trailing Lespedeza

Lespedezaprocumbens

Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Lespedeza (less-pe-DEEZ-a)
Species
procumbens (pro-KUM-benz)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Foliage
Evergreen
Deciduous
Herbaceous
Succulent
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Lavender
Medium Purple
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
Other Details
Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Groundcovers
Perennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

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San Antonio, TX (Zone 8b) | December 2008 | neutral

I have not grown this plant. It may be trailing, ascendent or procumbent. The corolla may be violet-purple or pinkish purple. It is wo...Read More

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