Caragana arborescens 'Pendula' (Weeping Peashrub)


Botanical Information

FamilyFabaceae
GenusCaragana
Speciesarborescens
Cultivar'Pendula'
CategoryWoody
TypeTree (deciduous), Shrub (deciduous)
Pronunciation

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone3 - 7
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone1a - 7a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7 - H5
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)(-37) - (-12)
Temperature (°F)(-35) - 10
Height4.6-6 m
Spread3-3.7 m
GrowthSlow
Flowering PeriodApril, May

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionA lovely small accent tree/shrub, its weeping branches of dark green foliage which turns yellow in autumn and small clusters of yellow flowers make it great focal point in any landscape.
ShapeWeeping.
LandscapeAs an accent tree.
CultivationMedium moisture, well drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Tolerant of many soil conditions including drought.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Bark/Stem DescriptionSmooth, olive green in colour.
Leaf DescriptionBright green leaves which turn yellow in autumn.
Flower DescriptionSmall yellow clusters of flowers.

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