Sophora molloyi 'Dragon's Gold'

<em>Sophora</em> <em>molloyi</em> 'Dragon's Gold' visionspictures.com

Synonyms

Sophora microphylla 'Dragon's Gold'

Shrubs Trees

A evergreen shrub not reaching more than 2m in height. The leaves are made up of many pairs of tiny dark green, oval leaflets. The flowers are mid-yellow, bell-shaped and hang in clusters in late winter and early spring

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Chalk, Loam, Sand

Max Height

1.5-2.5 metres

Max Spread

1.5-2.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
10–20 years
Max Spread
1.5-2.5 metres
Max Height
1.5-2.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Chalk Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained or Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H4
Drought Resistance
Yes

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Fabaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Spreading branched, Bushy
Potentially harmful
Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling Pets (dogs): Harmful if eaten - for further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
Genus
Sophora are deciduous or evergreen trees and shrubs with pinnate leaves and pea-like flowers, sometimes fragrant, in racemes or panicles
Name Status
Accepted

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in moist, well-drained soil in full sun. Good for mild, coastal positions. Tolerates dry conditions once established

Propagation

Propagation by seed, fresh as soon as ripe. Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in summer or autumn, with bottom heat

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Coastal
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Gravel garden
  • Mediterranean climate plants
  • Low Maintenance
  • Banks and slopes
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Wall side borders

Pruning

Pruning group 1

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)