Sophora davidii, Japanese Pagoda Tree Flowering Shrub

Sophora davidii, Japanese Pagoda Tree Flowering ShrubUSDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 69Native Range: Western ChinaSoil: Well drained, moderately fertile, slightly alkaline to neutralLight: Full sunHeight in the Garden: 410', smaller with pruning or in bonsaiSize: ~4" square potAttributes: Deciduous shrub with small, pinnate leaves and beautiful blue to violet pea like flowers in late spring to early summer. Attractive seed pods follow blooms. Fine textured foliage and delicate branching. Notes: A unique

The upper trunk and branches feature prominent

humid summer climate the tree is likely to be on the large side

Tolerates pruning and makes a good informal hedge or specimen shrub

Attributes: Broadleaf evergreen

low-growing jasmine perfect for bonsai

pink tinged white flowers in mid summer followed by beautiful

small tree that is fantastic in the landscape and for bonsai culture

Notes: An excellent choice for bonsai and has been easier to grow than Picea glenhii

USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 5

Twigs are slim and flexible

multistem group with good roots

or as a specimen tree