SOPHORA MICROPHYLLA - KOWHAI
Sophora micophylla is a great medium-sized specimen tree providing contrast in a mostly green native garden. It has a mass of yellow bell-shaped flowers which arrive in early spring and are a food favorite of Tuis and other bird life.
Applications
Medium specimen tree
Large pot or container plant
Yellow theme
Clipped height2.5-3m
15 year height
6m
Mature height
8m
Soil conditions
Fertile, rich, well-drained soils
Wind
Prefers shelter but can handle wind some wind
Frost
Hardy
Light
Sun or partial shade
Tree Shape
Upright and compact
Seasonal
Semi-evergreen
Flower
Lots of golden yellow bell-shaped flowers in September-October
Fruit
Long, narrow, pea-like seed pods
Origin
Native
Available grades
19lt, 45lt