Kowhai
Sophora prostrata
Also known as
Prostrate Kowhai, Dwarf Kowhai
IMG 7197-Sophora prostrata by C T Johansson (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Full Sun
Moderate watering
Half-hardy
H3
RHS hardiness
-5°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
2m | Max | 3m |
1m | Min | 1m |
3 years to reach maturity
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
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Kowhai Overview
Sophora prostrata is an evergreen shrub species in the Fabaceae family. It is native to New Zealand and has interesting zig-zagging stems and delicate little rounded leaves. Commonly known by the names Kowhai, Prostrate Kowhai or Dwarf Kowhai. Flowers are yellow and appear in the spring, they have a beaked look during their development. Sophora prostrata is half-hardy and can cope with mild frost, particularly if kept in a sheltered position, grow in full sun or partial shade and well-draining soil.
Common problems with Kowhai
How to propagate Kowhai
Cuttings
Seed in autumn; semi-evergreens may also be raised from softwood cuttings in summer.
Seed
Special features of Kowhai
Attractive flowers
Other uses of Kowhai
Grown for their habit, foliage and clusters of flowers.