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Sophora japonica

Family Leguminosae-Papilionoideae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 12 - 23 m (40 - 75 ft)
Spread 12 - 23 m (40 - 75 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The tree Sophora japonica (Chinese scholartree) bears white and fragrant blossoms during mid summer. The matte foliage is deep green in colour and medium in texture. Sophora japonica (Chinese scholartree) yields showy fruit. This plant has scaly bark.
Typical Uses Shade, street planting and topiary.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Sophora japonica tolerates drought, compacted soil and pollution. This tree attracts hummingbirds to your garden.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Sophora japonica (Chinese scholartree) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.