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Lespedeza (Lepedeza Bicolor)
Lepedeza Bicolor
Rs 3,500
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Lespedeza is a versatile deciduous shrub that produces abundant pink blooms during spring, fall. It reaches a moderate height of 6 ft, thrives in full sun, needs moderate watering. Well-suited to Pakistan’s climate, it grows successfully in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan.
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Category: Flowering Shrubs, Hedge Plants
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- Pink
- Foliage Type
- Deciduous
- Bloom Season
- Fall, Spring
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun
- Water Requirements
- Moderate
- Care Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Location
- Outdoor
- Pet Child Safe
- Caution
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Purpose
- Decorative, Privacy Screen
- Heat Tolerance
- Yes
- Drought Tolerance
- No
- City Suitability
- Bahawalpur, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Mardan, Multan, Peshawar, Rahim Yar Khan, Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Sukkur
Description
Lespedeza (Lepedeza Bicolor) is a distinguished deciduous shrub that has earned its place in gardens across Pakistan. Prized for its pink flowers that appear in spring, fall, this shrub is a valuable addition to any garden. This moderate-growing deciduous plant reaches up to 6 ft at maturity, making it a compact option for smaller gardens and containers.
Plant Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Lepedeza Bicolor
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Mature Height: 6 ft
- Flower Colour: Pink
- Bloom Season: Spring, Fall
- Foliage: Deciduous (Green)
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Propagation: Seed, Softwood Cuttings
Care and Growing Guide
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Watering: Moderate: water when the top inch of soil feels dry
- Care Level: Intermediate, manageable with basic gardening knowledge
- Pet & Child Safe: Exercise caution around pets and small children
- Placement: Outdoor
How to Propagate Lespedeza
Propagated from seed scarified before sowing, or from softwood cuttings.
Growing in Pakistan
Fully heat tolerant, this plant withstands Pakistan’s intense summer temperatures without difficulty. This plant grows well across most of Pakistan, from Karachi to Islamabad and Peshawar. However, it may need winter protection in the colder highland regions of Quetta, Swat, and the northern areas.
- Recommended Cities: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan
- Heat Tolerance: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: No, requires consistent moisture
Why Choose Lespedeza?
Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Lespedeza is an excellent choice because it works effectively as a privacy screen or natural hedge.
Buy Lespedeza online at Plants.com.pk and have it delivered to your doorstep anywhere in Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Lespedeza be harmful to household pets?
While Lespedeza is not classified as highly toxic, it is best to exercise caution and keep it away from pets and small children who might chew on the leaves. Contact with sap may cause mild skin irritation in some cases.
How often should I water Lespedeza in Pakistan’s climate?
Lespedeza needs moderate watering. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, roughly every 4-5 days in summer and weekly in winter.
When and how should I prune Lespedeza?
Lespedeza benefits from regular pruning to maintain a dense, hedge-like shape. Trim lightly after each flowering cycle and do a heavier shaping prune in late winter before new growth begins. Since it blooms in spring, fall, avoid heavy pruning just before that period.
When does Lespedeza bloom in Pakistan?
Lespedeza blooms in spring and fall, producing pink flowers. In Pakistan, this typically means February through April, when temperatures begin to warm up.
What kind of light exposure is best for Lespedeza?
Lespedeza grows best in full sun. It handles direct Pakistani summer sun without problems, even in cities like Karachi, Multan, and Lahore where temperatures exceed 45 degrees.
