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Sophora chathamica
Height: 6m;  Spread: 4m
Common Kowhai (Tree)
Prefers rich moist soil but will grow in most conditions. Golden flowers in Spring. Was once included in S.microphylla.
» Click here for our Sophora article published in the Titirangi Tatler...
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Sophora Chathamica
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