Sophora japonica

Japanese Pagodatree

Japanese Pagodatree builds a broad crown of finely divided green foliage. In summer, established trees can carry hanging clusters of creamy, pea-shaped flowers, followed by seedpods pinched between the seeds.

The canopy offers shade well into the growing season, with a brief yellow display before leaf fall. Young trees may take years to begin flowering. This species can spread into natural areas in parts of the mid-Atlantic, so check local suitability before planting.

Plant in sun or light shade with well-drained soil and space for the mature crown. Established trees tolerate heat and periods of drought.

Size
• Height: 50–75 ft
• Width: 50–75 ft

Hardiness
• USDA Zones: 4a–8b

Best Uses
• Provide Shade
• Specimen
• Street Tree

Plant type

Deciduous Tree, Flowering Ornamental Tree, Shade Tree

Height

50-75 ft

Width

50-75 ft

Hardiness zones

4a–8b

Sunlight

Full sun to part shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Summer

Flower color

Cream, White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Yellow

Attracts

Bees

Soil

Loamy well-drained

Landscape use

Provide Shade, Specimen, Street Tree

Shape

Broad, Rounded

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

No

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

Yes