Sophora microphylla
Sophora microphylla, commonly known as Kowhai, is an ornamental tree that thrives in full sun and requires medium water. It can grow to a height of 5–15 meters and blooms with yellow flowers in April and May. It prefers loamy, sandy, or clay soil and is suitable for USDA zones 8–10. This tree is evergreen.
Light
Full sun
Watering
Medium water
Soil
Loamy, Sandy, Clay
Height
5–15 m
Spread
4–8 m
Zones
8–10
Flower colors
Native to New Zealand, Sophora microphylla is renowned for its vibrant yellow flowers, which are a national symbol. It prefers full sun and consistently moist, well-draining soil, such as loamy, sandy, or clay types.
This evergreen tree is a popular choice for ornamental gardens, attracting pollinators with its bright yellow blooms in spring. Its moderate size and attractive foliage make it a versatile specimen tree.