David's kowhai

How to Grow and Care for David's kowhai

David's kowhai · Sophora davidi

Grow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun

Watering: Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterloggingSunlight: Full sunHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing David's kowhai

David's kowhai
Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeChalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
ToxicityHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun

How to Water David's kowhai?

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for David's kowhai?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for David's kowhai?

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What Soil Is Best for David's kowhai?

Soil type
Chalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for David's kowhai?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize David's kowhai?

Balanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season

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How to Prune David's kowhai?

Little pruning is needed. Remove diseased, damaged, crowded or crossing shoots and unwanted growth. Timing depends on the plant: generally late winter or early spring; plants prone to bleeding and deciduous magnolias need different timing, and deciduous azaleas and lilacs are pruned after flowering.

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How to Propagate David's kowhai?

Propagate by seed sown in a container in a cold frame as soon as ripe

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How to Transplant David's kowhai?

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How to Care for David's kowhai in Winter?

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How to Plant David's kowhai?

Grow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun

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How to Repot David's kowhai?

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How to Harvest David's kowhai?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of David's kowhai

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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Attributes of David's kowhai

Plant typeShrubs
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread1.5-2.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitBushy
OriginChina

Scientific Classification

Species
Sophora davidi
Genus
Sophora
Family
Fabaceae
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