40 Seeds Sophora japonica Japanese Pagoda Tree Chinese Scholar Tree

Sophora japonica, commonly known as Japanese Pagoda Tree or Chinese Scholar Tree, is a deciduous ornamental tree valued for its graceful form, fern-like green foliage, and late-summer display of creamy white pea-like flowers. It develops a rounded canopy and becomes an elegant shade or specimen tree in parks, large gardens, and open landscapes.

This tree offers multi-season interest with fragrant summer blossoms followed by decorative seed pods, and its airy foliage casts a pleasant dappled shade. It works well as a standalone focal point, in avenue plantings, or as a backdrop in mixed borders where its height and texture can be appreciated.
Species: Sophora japonica
Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
Plant_Habit: Upright, rounded canopy
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, adaptable to various soil types
Zones: 4-8
Germination: Scarify seed and soak in warm water; sow in moist medium and keep warm
Sowing: Surface sow and lightly cover; keep consistently moist
Spacing: 20-30 feet apart for trees
Notes: Long-lived tree reaching 30-50 feet at maturity