Botanical Name: Common Names:
Sophora tetraptera Large Leaved Kowhai,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Deciduous
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Trees Spreading
Description:
Medium fast-growing semi-evergreen tree with a spreading growth habit, silvery-grey foliage and clusters of drooping pea-like yellow flowers in Spring. Great to use as a shade tree. Grows approx. 4-10m tall x 3-5m wide.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
4-10m 2-4m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Any, Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Coastal Garden, Feature, Park And Gardens, Shade Tree
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Fabaceae PacificIslands
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green, Grey, Silver
Flower Colour: Yellow
Flower Fragrant: Yes
Flowering Season: Spring
Fruit: Insignificant
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Fast
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Medium / Moderate
Drought: Low
Frost: Moderate
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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