Sophora jap. 'Pendula' - STDS 18-20 CM RB

Description
The Japanese pagoda tree 'Pendula' (Sophora japonica) is an overhanging, picturesque small tree with decorative, green, pod-shaped fruits. In June, it produces creamy white, butterfly-shaped flowers arranged in clusters. The Japanese pagoda tree 'Pendula' also has pinnate, medium green leaves. In a sunny location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of around 8 metres and grows to a width of around 8 metres.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Styphnolobium japonicum, Sophora sinensis.

Bulletpoints
* Fruiting ornament * picturesque small tree * attractive yellow autumn colouring * resistant to urban climates, smoke-hardy

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Japanese pagoda tree 'Pendula's are medium green, pinnate and alternate. They are about 20 - 25 cm tall. Japanese pagoda tree 'Pendula' turns bright yellow in autumn. Long lasting.

Bark
Grey bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
Asia.

Frost hardiness
The Japanese pagoda tree 'Pendula' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Japanese pagoda tree 'Pendula' is an overhanging, picturesque small tree with a translucent, loose crown. It usually reaches a height of 4 - 8 m and is approx. 4 - 8 m wide. Slow-growing. Usually grows 30 - 40 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cut and saw wounds as well as broken branches should be treated with a wound dressing as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Flower
The creamy white, butterfly-shaped flowers of Japanese pagoda tree 'Pendula' appear in clusters in June.

Fruit
The green, pod-shaped fruits of Sophora japonica 'Pendula' are particularly decorative. These appear from September.

Use
Solitary, park

Root
Spreading branches.