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Sophora secundiflora

Texas Mountain Laurel

Plant photo of: Sophora secundiflora
Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Large evergreen shrub or small tree grows slowly to 8' x 6'. Dense glossy foliage. Large purple clusters of wisteria like flowers appear in spring and smell like grape bubblebum. Light tan pods follow blooms and contain bright red seeds. Seeds are poisonous but extremely hard. Thornless & drops very little leaf litter. Susc. to caterpillars. Lush looking. Native to Chihuahuan Desert.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Purple

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Brown, Red

Fruit Season

Summer, Fall

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Poisonous

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Tropical

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, With Rocks

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.

Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.