Photo of Sophora microphylla flower by Dick Culbert

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Sophora microphylla

Also Known As

  • Kōwhai
  • Pelú

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 12'
  • W: 6'

planting zones

  • 7b-11

Sophora microphylla plant details

Sophora microphylla is a fast-growing broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring and winter yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sophora microphylla

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 12 FT tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and winter
Uses: showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sophora microphylla

USDA Zones: 7b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fast-growing shrub native to New Zealand. A fantastic show of pendant yellow blooms in May followed by knobby long bean-like pods. Growing up to 12' and hardy to zone 7b.

Gardening facts about Sophora microphylla plant

How to Grow Sophora microphylla

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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