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Summer planting
Contrary to popular opinion, summer planting is fine as long as adequate water is provided throughout any prolonged dry periods. This allows you to take advantage of increased summer growth.
Sophora tetraptera
Height: 8m;  Spread: 4m
Large-leaved Kowhai (Tree)
Upright tree developing open habit. Large golden flowers massed in spring. Requires good drainage.
» Click here for our Sophora article published in the Titirangi Tatler...
Photo gallery:
Kowhai Whakatane Sept 08
Kowhai in bud, Henderson Creek
..looking gorgeous at RMBG
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