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Lespedeza thunbergii 'Little Volcano'

Also Known As

Lespedeza liukiuensis 'Little Volcano'
Lespedeza thunbergii subsp. thunbergii 'Little Volcano'
Little Volcano Bush Clover

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 3'-6'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

6a-10b

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Lespedeza thunbergii 'Little Volcano' plant details

Lespedeza thunbergii 'Little Volcano' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer magenta and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lespedeza thunbergii 'Little Volcano'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: magenta and purple blooms in fall and summer
Uses: compact, fall color, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lespedeza thunbergii 'Little Volcano'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lespedeza 'Little Volcano' is a smaller growing pea shrub. this 3'-4' shrub will cover itself in purple flowers in September. Limited

By: Gossler Farms

Shared with us by plantsman extraordinaire Ted Stephens, this 6 to 8 foot shrub from the garden of Dr. Shibamichi in Japan begins flowering mid-autumn (and sporadically year-round), producing a lava flow of magenta to cerise flowers accentuated by striking late November-December golden fall color. Despite its subtropical origins in the Ryukyu Islands of Japan, this has been reliable in USDA zone 7. A lover of warmth and water. Full sun to half shade. Particularly good as container plants or near wall edges.