Lespedeza bicolor 'Summer Beauty'
Also Known As
- Summer Beauty Bush Clover
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 4'-6'
- W: 6'-10'
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Lespedeza bicolor 'Summer Beauty' plant details
Lespedeza bicolor 'Summer Beauty' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer magenta flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Lespedeza bicolor 'Summer Beauty'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: fabaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: magenta blooms in fall and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Lespedeza bicolor 'Summer Beauty'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Lespedeza bicolor 'Summer Beauty' plant
How to Grow Lespedeza bicolor 'Summer Beauty'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- magenta
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 3'-8'
Width: 5'-12'
- sun - mostly sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6'-10'
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
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Size
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Width: 5'-10'
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 5'-10'
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