Sophora arizonica
Arizona Necklacepod
Description
This deciduous tree can reach 40'-60' tall and 40'-80' wide. Young branches have olive green bark. Leaves are bright to dark green and compound, 6"-10" long. Flowers are pale yellow to white and are slightly fragrant and pea-like. They bloom in the summer in 6"-12" long clusters. They are followed by pods. All parts are poisonous.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Purple, White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Rocky
Soil Condition
Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio
Special Uses
Screen
Attracts Wildlife
Wildlife
Water Saving Tip:
Use multiple cycles of irrigation on watering days. Most sprinklers deliver water faster than soils can absorb it.
By breaking up the watering time into smaller segments, runoff can be greatly reduced.