Plant Profile: Lespedeza thunbergii subsp. thunbergii 'Little Volcano'

Bush Clover is a deciduous shrub characterized by its elegantly arching branches, which create a fountain-like appearance. For optimal growth, it thrives in full sunlight with moderate moisture levels, so it's essential to ensure adequate drainage.

This plant typically flowers from late summer through fall, providing vibrant blooms when many other plants have finished flowering.

While it is known to have a woody life cycle, Bush Clover may die back to the ground during harsh winters in colder climates. A practical approach is to prune it back to the ground at the end of the growing season. Since it blooms on new growth, this low pruning will not hinder flowering in the following year. In regions where it does not die back, pruning can be performed after the flowering period.

This particular variety of Lespedeza thunbergii does not produce seeds like other types, which helps prevent it from becoming invasive.

Regarding pests and diseases, Bush Clover generally faces no significant issues.