Texas Mountain Laurel
Sophora Secundiflora
Overview
The Texas Mountain Laurel (Sophora secundiflora) is an evergreen shrub or small tree, reaching 10-15ft in height and 10ft in width. This native dazzles with dense, glossy leaves and drooping clusters of fragrant purple blossoms each spring. It thrives in well-drained soils and full sun to part shade. Once established, it's drought-tolerant, making it an ideal, low-maintenance choice for Southern landscapes. Zones 7-11.
Sun FullWater MediumZones 8–11Type Shrub, Tree
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 8–11
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Shrub, Tree
- Family
- Fabaceae
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