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Kowha

Kowha Care

Sophora Prostrata Buchanan

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What is the plant

Sophora prostrata, commonly known as the dwarf kowhai, is a small, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It’s a particularly attractive plant, with zigzagging growth and small leaves bearing even smaller leaflets. In spring it bears yellow flowers with a beaked appearance as they develop.

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Lighting

Full Sun

Difficulty

Easy

How to Care for the Plant

Water
In the growing season keep the plant moist but not saturated.
Fertilizer
Fertilizer needs to be low salt
Sunlight
Full early morning sun or filtered light is okay, but keep out of full afternoon sun until the plant is several years old. As the plant grows it can be moved to areas of fuller sun. Avoid areas of trapped heat on the South or West outside of buildings..

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Soil
Grow in moderately fertile, well-draining soil in a sun. Soil type Chalky, Loamy, Sandy Soil drainage Well-drained
Temperature
If hard frosts are predicted, consider growing it in a container so it can be moved to a frost-free spot, such as a cool conservatory or greenhouse, in winter. Or, try growing it indoors as a houseplant in a bright spot.
Additional
Highly toxic if ingested.

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