Water
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in fall and winter. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Drought tolerant once established.
Also known as Round-Head Bush-Clover · Round-Head Lespedeza · Round-Headed Bush Clover
Round-headed bush clover (Lespedeza capitata) is a North American native perennial legume producing fuzzy, cream-colored flower heads. It's a hardy plant for prairies and
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry between waterings.
Well-drained, Sandy, Loamy, Clay
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Hardy in USDA zones 4-8. Tolerates a range of temperatures.
Low
25% intensity
Does not require frequent fertilization.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in fall and winter. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Drought tolerant once established.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Cut back stems to about 15-30 cm above the ground to encourage bushier growth and abundant flowering. Remove any dead or damaged stems at any time of year.
Propagate by seed sown in early spring, either directly outdoors or started indoors a few weeks prior. Stem cuttings can also be taken in early summer and rooted in moist, well-draining medium.
Scarification of seeds may improve germination.
This plant is generally not suited for regular repotting as it prefers to be established in its site. If grown in a container, repot only when severely root-bound, ideally in early spring.
Use a well-draining potting mix and a slightly larger container.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Dusty-Clover (Lespedeza capitata)
Where Dusty-Clover (Lespedeza capitata) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Lespedeza |
| Species | Lespedeza capitata |
Similar in genus Lespedeza
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