Sophora japonica

Sophora japonica

Sophora japonica is a unique and ornamental tree native to China. It reaches a height of up to 25 meters.

The odd-pinnate leaves, up to 25 cm long, fall from the tree in late autumn and, unlike most ornamental species, do not change color.

The flowers are yellow and fragrant, gathered in panicles up to 30 cm long. It begins flowering in late July and continues until the end of August.

The plant is a nectar-producing plant! The flowers secrete copious amounts of nectar.

The fruit is green, pod-shaped, narrowed between the seeds, round in cross-section, and up to 10 cm long. It bears fruit in September and October.

This plant is suitable for bonsai!

Sophora japonica has no special soil requirements. It prefers a sunny, sheltered location. The plant is frost- and drought-resistant.