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Pagoda Tree

Pagoda Tree

Styphnolobium japonicum

tree☀️ full sun💧 low water Hardy: Zone 4aZone 9a

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A hardy, ornamental shade tree with delicate compound leaves and fragrant cream-colored flower panicles in late summer, followed by unusual bean-like seed pods. Extremely tough and drought-tolerant once established, making it ideal for difficult urban or dry sites.

Overview

Form
rounded, spreading canopy
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
30–50′ tall × 30–50′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous
Family
Fabaceae

Native Range

China, Japan

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SummerFall

Companion Planting

Plants well with