Campylotropis macrocarpa

Also Known As

Chinese Pea Shrub
False Bush Clover

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Campylotropis macrocarpa plant details

Campylotropis macrocarpa is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Campylotropis macrocarpa

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Campylotropis macrocarpa

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A little know leguminous shrub with dense, 3" long purple racemes which appear in mid to late summer. Native to Korea and China, it's a bit reminiscent of Lespedeza. Typical 'Legume' like foliage. Virtually unheard of in this country. Very, very rare in the trade.

By: Lazy S'S Farm Nursery

Chinese Pea Shrub grows 5' tall and wide with rounded foliage that turns olive green and gold in fall. Purple flower clusters in late summer. Prune hard in spring. Nice.

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

This unusual shrub is a member of the pea family and will get 4'-5' tall. This native of Korea and China will have pink-purple flowers in summer. The rounded leaves have an attractive purple blush during spring and summer. Hardy and easy to grow in well drained soil in full sun.