Sophora flavescens
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Sophora flavescens

Shrubby sophora

Tier 2 Difficulty: easy Water: low Light: full_sun
Temperature
5–35 °C
Soil pH
6–7
Hardiness
Zone 5–9
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Observations
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Description

Source: wikipedia (CC BY-SA)

Sophora flavescens, the shrubby sophora, is a species of plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to a wide area of East Asia.

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Full sun

Shrubby sophora needs strong, unobstructed light to grow optimally. It comes from environments accustomed to abundant sunlight and does very well under comparable conditions. Insufficient light can stunt its growth, and excessive light may scorch it, although it is relatively tolerant of high exposure.

Ideal: Full sun
🌡️ Temperature 5–35°C

Adapted to climates between 41 and 95 °F (5 to 35 °C), shrubby sophora typically prefers moderate temperatures for optimal growth. In warm summers it may need generous watering; in winter it should be sheltered and watered less to avoid frost damage.

Ideal temperature: 5–35°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-7
Soil pH: 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer

The scheduling of fertilization for Shrubby sophora is essential. Begin fertilizing in the initial stages of spring, and carry on with it on a monthly basis till the onset of summer. Fertilizer aid in creating beautiful blossoms and it offers energy for both dormant and active growth stages.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Shrub
Life Cycle
Perennial
Hardiness Zone
5-9
Mature Height
1.52 m
Mature Spread
91 cm
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Color
White, Yellow
Flower Size
15.24 cm to 25.40 cm
Bloom Time
Early summer, Mid summer
Planting Time
Spring, Autumn
Harvest Time
Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Native Area
Russia, Japan, Mongolia, Koppen, South Korea, China

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Common Names (1)

en Shrubby sophora