Species: Sericea Lespedeza [Lespedeza cuneata (Dum.-Cours.) G Don] Cultivars: Origin: Asia Use: Hay, grazing.

Description: General: Life Span: 2-4 feet tall, erect. Perennial Adaptation: pH: Soil: Rainfall: Temperature: 5.5-7.0 Loam, clay-loam. >35 inches. Adapted to high rainfall areas. Prolonged freezing may winter kill. Management: Seeding Rate: Planting Date: Planting Depth: Seed Cost: Season of Use: Production: 20-25 lb/A March <0.25 inch $50-60/A May-September 4000-6000 lb/A Notes: High tannin content; does not cause bloat, it is unpalatable. Inoculate with Rhizobia bacteria specific to lespedeza (Type EL).