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    • Photo of Sophora microphylla 'Sun King' flower by Joshua McCullough

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    Sophora microphylla 'Sun King'

    Scientific Name: Sophora microphylla 'Hilsop'

    Also Known As

    • Kowhai

    Plant type

    tree, shrub

    size

    • H: 6'-30'
    • W: 6'-20'

    planting zones

    • 8b-10b

    Sophora microphylla 'Sun King' plant details

    Sophora microphylla 'Sun King' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Sophora microphylla 'Sun King'

    Plant type: shrub or tree
    Plant family: fabaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 6 FT - 20 FT - wide, 6 FT - 30 FT - tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
    Uses: vase-shaped

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Sophora microphylla 'Sun King'

    USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This Hillier's introduction is hardier than either of its parents, withstanding temperatures in the upper teens °F. Striking, vase-shaped shrub to 6' or so, loaded with large, luscious, bell-shaped, golden pea flowers over a long late spring bloom period. Evergreen foliage is dark, the leaves pinnate and fine-textured. Sun with average summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8.

    By: Cistus Nursery

    Gardening facts about Sophora microphylla 'Sun King' plant

    How to Grow Sophora microphylla 'Sun King'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - bright shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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