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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.

    By: Cistus Nursery

    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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    Sophora secundiflora

    aka Calia secundiflora, Mescal Bean, Texas Mountain Laurel

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    7a-10b

    Size

    Height: 15'-25'

    Width: 5'-15'

    • sun - bright shade
    • drought tolerant
    Photo of Sophora secundiflora fruit by Danger Garden
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    Sophora microphylla 'Sun King'

    Scientific Name: Sophora microphylla 'Hilsop'

    aka Kowhai

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    8b-10b

    Size

    Height: 6'-30'

    Width: 6'-20'

    • sun - bright shade
    • regular
    Photo of Sophora microphylla 'Sun King' flower by Joshua McCullough
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    Sophora prostrata 'Little Baby'

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 3'-7'

    Width: 2'-3'

    • sun - dappled shade
    • regular - occasional
    Photo of Sophora prostrata 'Little Baby' flower by Cistus Nursery
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    Sophora cassioides

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 15'-30'

    Width: 15'-30'

    • sun - shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Sophora cassioides flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Sophora tetraptera

    aka Kowhai

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 30'

    Width: 15'

    • sun - bright shade
    Photo of Sophora tetraptera flower by Velela
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