Lespedeza thunb. 'Albiflora' - 30-40 CM C3

Description
The Thunberg lespedeza 'Albiflora' (Lespedeza thunbergii) is a spreading, overhanging small shrub that produces white flowers arranged in panicles. These appear from September to November. The Thunberg lespedeza 'Albiflora' also has trifoliate, dark green leaves. In a sunny position, it usually reaches a height of about 1 m and spreads to about 3 m. The Thunberg lespedeza 'Albiflora' has no particular soil requirements.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Desmodium penduliflorum.

Bulletpoints
* tolerant of urban climates, likes warmth

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Thunberg lespedeza 'Albiflora' are dark green, trifoliate and alternate. They are about 3 - 5 cm in size.

Spread
East Asia.

Frost hardiness
The Thunberg lespedeza 'Albiflora' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Thunberg lespedeza 'Albiflora' is a sprawling and overhanging small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 0.6 - 1 m and is approx. 2 - 3 m wide.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
No special requirements.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cut back frozen shoots to the healthy wood as soon as there is no longer any danger of frost.

Flower
The white flowers of Thunberg lespedeza 'Albiflora' appear in panicles from September to November.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, small/front garden

Root
Lespedeza thunbergii 'Albiflora' is a shallow-rooting plant.