SOPHORA TETRAPTERA - Large-leaved kowhai

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Sophora tetraptera is commonly known as the kowhai or large-leaved kowhai that grows naturally only in the central east of the North Island. It has larger, more widely spaced leaves than other species. It is a great specimen to provide some contrast in a strictly native garden with its early abundance of yellow flowers in early spring which are a favourite food of the Tui and other bird life.

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Applications

Small specimen tree
Large pot or contain plant

Clipped height

2.5-3m

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

Autumn colour

Flower

Copious amounts of golden yellow bell-shaped flowers in September-October.

Fruit

Long narrow seed pods

Origin

Asia

Available grades

19lt, 45lt