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Sophora japonica

Japanese Pagoda Tree

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Susan Frommer/Engstrom

 

Description

The Japanese Pagoda Tree is a deciduous tree that grows to 20' tall with a round head and green bark. In the late summer, lovely panicles of white flowers will be seen. This plant is a dependable, small shade tree and should be grown under sunny conditions.

 

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.