Lespedeza floribunda, commonly known as Japanese Bush Clover, is a deciduous shrub native to open woodlands, grasslands, and along riverbanks in Eastern Asia, including regions of China, Korea, and Japan. This plant exhibits a moderate growth rate and typically reaches a height and width of 3-5 feet (0.9-1.5 meters). Japanese Bush Clover has an arching form with slender stems and trifoliate leaves. From late summer to fall, it produces dense racemes of small, pea-like flowers that are purple or pink, adding a showy splash of color to the landscape.

Japanese Bush Clover is valued for its ornamental flowers, ability to fix nitrogen in the soil, and its use as a ground cover or in border plantings. It is also a popular choice for erosion control on slopes due to its dense growth habit. This shrub thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers medium to fast-draining soils such as clay, loam, or sandy types. It is drought-tolerant once established and requires only moderate amounts of water. While generally low-maintenance, it can spread aggressively in some conditions and may require pruning to maintain shape and size.CC BY-SA 4.0