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Gibraltar Bush Clover
Lespedeza thunbergii 'Gibraltar'
Bush Clover
In stock · from $24.99
A beautiful cascading spray of small leaves on long branches becomes arching waves of magenta blooms in late summer that last into early fall. Thrives in poor and sandy soils. Drought tolerant when established. Dies back to the ground in cold winters, but simply prune away dead branches at the end of winter.
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-09-25.
Good to know
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Attracts pollinators.
- Low maintenance.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
Quick answers
How big does Gibraltar Bush Clover get?
About 5' tall and 8' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Gibraltar Bush Clover need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Gibraltar Bush Clover need?
Low water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Gibraltar Bush Clover grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Gibraltar Bush Clover in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $24.99. Homeowners can order online for pickup at the farm or local delivery; landscape contractors can have it shipped across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada.
Can landscape contractors buy Gibraltar Bush Clover wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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