Description: PACKAGE OF 15 SEEDSSophora secundiflora (Texas mountain laurel, Mountain laurel, Mescal bean, Mescal bean sophora, Frijolillo, Frijolito) is very popular as a native evergreenornamental tree within its range, valued for its handsome, dark green foliage and lush early spring blooms. It is drought-tolerant, prefers rocky limestone soil, and is nativefrom central Texas west to New Mexico and south to San Luis Potosi in Mexico. Like many woody plants native to rocky soils, it is slow growing,Perfect for bonsai. USDA hardiness zones: 7B through 10A IntroductionTexas-Mountain-Laurel is a small North American native evergreen, growing 15 to 25 feet tall with a 10-foot-spread but is capable of reaching up to 50 feet tall in its native habitat. It has a narrow upright silhouette and dense foliage which lends itself well to being pruned into a tree form. Texas-Mountain-Laurel can be used as a specimen, patio, or street tree and is ideal for use as a screen, bank cover, or an espalier. The two-inch-long, dark green leaves are glossy, thick, and leathery. In spring, Texas-Mountain-Laurel is a beautiful sight as it displays its dense, two to five-inch-long, pendulous clusters of purple/blue, extremely fragrant flowers. Every so often, a white-flowered form can be found. The hairy seedpods which follow are eight inches long and ripen to reveal the inner, bright red seeds. These seeds are quite decorative and have been used to make necklaces but they are also poisonous. The fissured bark is dark gray to black.General InformationScientific name: Sophora secundifloraPronunciation: sah-FOR-uh seck-un-dih-FLOR-uhCommon name(s): Texas-Mountain-Laurel, MescalbeanFamily: LeguminosaeUSDA hardiness zones: 7B through 10A (Fig. 2)Origin: native to North AmericaInvasive potential: little invasive potentialUses: container or planter; reclamation; specimen; hedge; deck or patio; screen; parking lot island < 100 sq ft; parking lot island 100-200 sq ft; parking lot island > 200 sq ft; sidewalk cutout (tree pit); tree lawn 3-4 feet wide; tree lawn 4-6 feet wide; tree lawn > 6 ft wide; highway median; Bonsai; street without sidewalkAvailability: somewhat available, may have to go out of the region to find the tree DescriptionHeight: 15 to 20 feetSpread: 10 to 12 feetCrown uniformity: symmetricalCrown shape: upright/erect, roundCrown density: openGrowth rate: slowTexture: fine CARE: Light requirement: full sun, partial sun or partial shadeSoil tolerances: clay; sand; loam; alkaline; well-drainedDrought tolerance: high The seeds were took this season, We have a lot of extremely rare plants if you want something rare let me know and I will listing for you. Questions? feel free to email me.
Price: 12.99 USD
Location: Miami, Florida
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Plant Format: seeds
Common Name: Bean
Genus: flower
Brand: Tree
Type: Houseplants
