Botanical name: Sophora tomentosa
Common names: Yellow Necklace Pod, Silverbush
Family: Fabaceae
Subfamily: Faboideae
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
Beautiful, loose growing shrub with yellow flowers that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Leaves are hairy and velvet, pleasant to touch. Drought tolerant. Prefers dry soil and tolerates a wide pH range. Size: 5 - 10 feet. Zone: 10a, 10b. Occurs on recent sands on frontal coastal dunes. Historic records suggest it was a fairly common plant from Port Stephens northwards. Endangered species: the largest known population at Port Macquarie is estimated at up to 500 plants, other populations are of less than 20 plants.
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Yellow necklace pod, silverbush - Beautiful, loose growing shrub with yellow flowers that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Drought tolerant. Endangered species: the largest known population at Port Macquarie is estimated at up to 500 plants, other populations are of less than 20 plants.
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
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