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Caragana arborescens 'Sutherland'

Also Known As

  • Sutherland Caragana

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 15'-20'
  • W: 6'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

Caragana arborescens 'Sutherland' plant details

Caragana arborescens 'Sutherland' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Caragana arborescens 'Sutherland'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 6 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: hedge, windbreak, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Caragana arborescens 'Sutherland'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This upright form of a nitrogen-fixing shrub makes an effective and tough 15-20' tall hedge; small bright yellow flowers and yellow fall color are nice but most important is it?s ?tough?!: drought, salt, wind, etc! resistant. S/D

Gardening facts about Caragana arborescens 'Sutherland' plant

How to Grow Caragana arborescens 'Sutherland'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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