Trees > Texas Mountain Laurel - Sophora secundiflora

Family Papilionaceae (pa-pil-ee-uh-NAY-see-ee)
Genus Sophora (SOF-or-uh)
Species secundiflora (sek-und-ee-FLOR-uh)
Also Known as RBroussonetia secundiflora or Calia secundiflora

Category Perennials
Height 8-20 ft.
Spacing 8-20 ft.
Sun Exposure Full Sun, Sun to Partial Shade
Bloom Color Violet/Lavender
Bloom Time Late Winter/Early Spring
Foliage Evergreen, Shiny/Glossy Textured

Hardiness
Zone 7a to 0 F
Zone 7b to 5 F
Zone 8a to 10 F
Zone 8b to 15 F

Zone 9a to 20 F
Zone 9b to 25 F

Soil pH Requirements
8.6 to 9.0 (Strongly Alkaline)

Water Requirements
Drought Tolerant-Suitable for xeriscaping

Other Details
Attractive to bees, butterflies, and birds
Flowers are fragrant
This plant is resistant to deer
Plant is poisonous if ingested
Slow growing, but worth the wait!

Pruning Instructions
Prune as needed to shape or raise canopy

Propagation Methods
From seed; stratify if sowing indoors

Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds

Freezing Temps by Year:
2009-2010 Year: Freezing temps 12/09 & 01/10 * moderate winter
2010-2011 Year: Freezing temps 01/11 & 02/11 * moderate winter
2011/2012 Year: Freezing temps 12/11 & 01/12 * mild winter
2012/2013 Year: Freezing temps 12/12 & 01/13 * very mild winter