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Scientific Name: Styphnolobium japonicum

Also Known As

Japanese Pagoda Tree

Plant type

tree

size

H: 50'-75'
W: 50'-75'

planting zones

5a-8b

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Sophora japonica plant details

Sophora japonica is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In summer cream and white flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sophora japonica

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 50 FT - 75 FT - wide, 50 FT - 75 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and white blooms in summer
Uses: shade tree, street tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sophora japonica

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: pollution
Soil needs: well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?Greatly desired as an ornamental? (Wyman) for its large clusters of yellow pea-like flowers in late summer, this is also a good wide-spreading shade tree; common name refers to its use around Buddhist temples. S/M-D

By: Forestfarm

Lacy foliage, yet remarkably tough constitution. Makes an excellent shade tree for high stress urban areas where Carpinus, Tilia and Ginkgo are the few other stress-tolerant candidates. Broad crown, medium height.