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🌟 Discover the Beauty and Benefits of Yellow Necklacepod (Sophora tomentosa var. truncata) 🌟
Welcome to the enchanting world of Yellow Necklacepod, a stunning and hardy flowering shrub native to Central and South Florida’s coastal regions. This vibrant plant is a garden essential, known for its bright yellow blooms that attract a variety of pollinators, including butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. 🌼🦋🐝
Ships in a 4" economy-sized container, perfect for transplanting.
🌞 Key Features & Benefits
Stunning Year-Round Blooms
Yellow Necklacepod's bright yellow, pea-like flowers bloom year-round, providing continuous beauty and vibrant color to your garden.
Attracts Pollinators
With its vibrant flowers, this plant is a magnet for butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, enhancing the biodiversity of your garden.
Wildlife Support
Provides food and cover for various wildlife, making your garden a haven for nature.
Drought & Salt Tolerant
Perfect for coastal areas, this hardy plant thrives in sandy soils and can withstand salt spray, making it ideal for seaside gardens.
Unique Ornamental Appeal
The plant's striking flowers, interesting foliage, and unique seed pods add an attractive and exotic touch to any landscape.
🌿 Nitrogen Fixer: A Fantastic Companion Plant
Yellow Necklacepod is a nitrogen fixer, meaning it has the ability to convert atmospheric nitrogen into a form that plants can use. This enriches the soil and reduces the need for chemical fertilizers, promoting healthier plant growth. Here are the benefits of having a nitrogen fixer in your landscape:
- Soil Enrichment: Improves soil fertility by increasing nitrogen levels, benefiting neighboring plants.
- Sustainable Gardening: Reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers, promoting an eco-friendly garden.
- Enhanced Growth: Supports the growth of fruit trees, vegetables, and other plants by providing essential nutrients.
- Ecosystem Support: Contributes to a balanced and healthy ecosystem in your garden, grove, farm, or food forest.
🌿 Growth Habits & Plant Care
Mature Height: 4–10+ feet (can be pruned smaller)
Spread: 4–8 feet wide
Growth Rate: Fast-growing
USDA Growing Zones: 9A–11
Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained calcareous or sandy soils
Spacing Requirements: Space plants 36 to 60 inches apart
🌱 Best Practices for Planting and Care
Where to Plant
Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Yellow Necklacepod thrives in coastal areas where it can enjoy the salt spray and sandy soils. It’s perfect for gardens in USDA zones 9A–11.
Where Not to Plant
Avoid areas that experience frequent frost or freezing temperatures, as Yellow Necklacepod cannot withstand cold conditions. Additionally, do not plant in low-lying areas prone to standing water, as the plant prefers well-drained soils.
Planting Tips
- Preparation: Ensure the planting site has well-draining soil. You can amend the soil with sand or gravel if necessary.
- Planting Depth: Dig a hole twice as wide and the same depth as the root ball. Place the plant in the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface.
- Spacing: For mass planting, space the plants 36 to 60 inches apart to allow for adequate airflow and growth.
- High & Tight Planting Method: We recommend the "high & tight" planting method for optimal growth. For detailed instructions, visit our YouTube video here.
Watering:
- Establishment Phase: Water daily for the first few weeks to help establish the plant.
- First Year: Water weekly for the first year to encourage deep root growth.
- Drought Periods: Water as needed during periods of drought.
Mulching: Apply a layer of hardwood mulch around the base of the plant to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Ensure the mulch does not touch the stem to prevent rot.
Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain the desired shape and size. Remove any dead or damaged branches to promote healthy growth.
Winter Maintenance
- Frost Protection: In cooler regions, provide frost protection by covering the plant with a frost cloth or moving container plants indoors.
- Mulching: Apply a thicker layer of mulch in late fall to insulate the roots against cold temperatures.
🌿 Historical & Cultural Significance
Genus Name: Sophora, derived from the Arabic ṣufayrā, meaning “yellow”
Species Epithet: Tomentosa, from the Latin tomentosus, meaning “furry,” referring to the plant's hairy covering
⚠️ Caution
- Toxicity: Seeds contain alkaloids and are poisonous if consumed.
- Variety Confusion: Often confused with the non-native Sophora tomentosa var. occidentalis, which has many fine hairs and is commonly sold in big box garden centers. Ensure you get the native variety from a reputable source.
🌿 Is This Plant for You?
Ideal For:
- Coastal gardeners looking for drought and salt-tolerant plants
- Butterfly and pollinator gardens
- Wildlife enthusiasts
- Gardeners looking to enrich their soil naturally
Not Ideal For:
- Regions prone to frequent frost or freezing temperatures
📦 Product Details
- Size: Shipped in a 1-gallon container
- Mature Height: 4–10+ feet (can be pruned smaller)
- USDA Zones: 9A–11
Transform your garden into a vibrant, eco-friendly oasis with the Yellow Necklacepod. This hardy, beautiful plant offers year-round blooms, attracts pollinators, supports wildlife, and enriches your soil as a nitrogen fixer. Whether you're a coastal gardener or simply looking to add a splash of color to your landscape, the Yellow Necklacepod is an excellent choice. Order yours today and let nature’s beauty flourish in your garden! 🌼🌿
🌟 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 🌟
What is the necklace pod plant used for?
The Yellow Necklacepod (Sophora tomentosa var. truncata) is primarily used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes due to its vibrant yellow flowers and attractive foliage. It is also valued for its ecological benefits, as it attracts a variety of pollinators, including butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, and provides food and cover for wildlife. Additionally, it is drought and salt-tolerant, making it an excellent choice for coastal gardens.
Is the necklace pod native to Florida?
Yes, the Yellow Necklacepod (Sophora tomentosa var. truncata) is native to Florida. It occurs naturally in coastal strands, hammocks, and dunes throughout Central and South Florida. It is well-suited to the region's climate and soil conditions, thriving in sandy, well-drained soils.
Is necklace pod edible?
No, the Necklacepod (Sophora tomentosa) is not edible. The seeds of the plant contain alkaloids that are poisonous if consumed. It is important to handle the plant with care and avoid ingestion of any part of the plant.
Is Sophora tomentosa edible?
No, Sophora tomentosa is not edible. Like the Necklacepod, it contains toxic alkaloids in its seeds, which can be harmful if ingested. It is best appreciated for its ornamental value and ecological benefits rather than for any culinary uses.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE PURCHASING LIVE PLANTS:
*Please be advised that our online store selections are NOT available for pickup at our retail location in Spring Hill, Florida.
Inventory for our online store is located at a separate facility and are priced and handled exclusively for packaging & shipping.
Click here to learn more about our Spring Hill, FL retail nursery location, including countless more nursery selections ready for pickup - larger sizes and wider variety of plants not suitable for nationwide delivery.
1. Shipping Stress: Transportation can be stressful for plants, particularly when they spend several days in a confined, dark environment. It’s common for plants to experience leaf drop during this period. Rest assured, most plants typically recover quickly and thrive with minimal aftercare. However, some may need extra attention, love, and care, requiring appropriate watering and exposure to gentle light post-unboxing.
2. Potential Physical Damage: Despite our dedicated efforts to ensure that your plants are securely packaged, they may incur damage during shipping and handling by UPS. Rest assured, our shipping team is committed to packing your selections with utmost care and precision to minimize any potential harm.
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For significant box damage, please reach out to UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.
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For minor damages, such as a broken branch or stem, we advise allowing the plant time to recover and regenerate with proper care and attention.
3. Long-Distance Shipping Considerations: Orders shipped over long distances, particularly to the western US, may take 3 - 5 business days to arrive due to various factors, including agricultural inspections in Arizona, California, and Texas. Such extended transit times can be particularly challenging for tender, young plants, affecting their quality due to prolonged confinement.
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We take additional measures during packaging to facilitate a swift recovery of the plants upon unboxing.
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Initial extra care and attention might be required over the first few weeks post-transport.
For further guidance, kindly review our detailed policies on returns and refunds, as well as our comprehensive plant care guide. We appreciate your understanding and patience in nurturing your new plants.
🌿 Important Shipping Information
Please take a moment to review our shipping protocols designed to ensure your plants arrive in optimal condition.
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Countdown Clock: At the top of our online store, you'll notice a countdown clock. This tool helps communicate our weekly shipping schedule, providing clarity on when you can expect your orders to be dispatched.
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Shipping Schedule: Our nursery, located in the heart of Central Florida, ships orders once weekly, every Monday. This is a strategic decision to prevent packages from being stationary over the weekends, ensuring that our plants travel as swiftly as possible across the country, even reaching as far as California.
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Shipping Method: At present, we offer ground shipping rates to meet various needs while maintaining the well-being of our plants during transit.
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Our Dedicated Team: We are a boutique nursery with a passionate team. Our members wear many hats, contributing to shipping, nursery operations, and engaging in valuable local projects. As we blossom and expand, rest assured that enhancing and streamlining our processes remains a priority to serve you better
Terms and Conditions for Purchasing Live Plants
1. Understanding of Shipping Stress
By purchasing live plants from our store, the customer acknowledges that transportation can be stressful for plants. It is common for plants to undergo leaf drop or experience other temporary issues during shipping. However, it is understood that most plants recover quickly with adequate care and attention post-shipping.
2. Awareness of Potential Physical Damage
Customers acknowledge that despite our best efforts in packaging, there may be occurrences of damage during shipping and handling. For substantial damages to the package, customers agree to contact UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.
3. Acknowledgement of Long-Distance Shipping Considerations
Customers recognize that shipments, especially those directed to the western US, may be subjected to longer shipping durations of 3-5 business days. Customers agree to provide necessary care to the plants, recognizing that the quality of the plants may be affected due to prolonged shipping times.
4. Agreement with Shipping Information and Schedule
Customers, by making a purchase, have reviewed and agreed upon our shipping protocols and schedules. They acknowledge the presence of a countdown clock on the website and our once-weekly shipping policy every Monday, recognizing the rationale behind avoiding weekend layovers for the plants.
5.Extreme Weather Conditions
Customers acknowledge that our store is not responsible for damage or loss of live plants due to extreme weather conditions during transit and delivery. This includes exposure to cold or freezing temperatures during the winter months and extreme heat during the summer. We provide tracking information when orders are processed every Monday to ensure customers are aware of the delivery schedule. It is the customer's responsibility to prevent packages from being left outside in conditions that may cause damage. Our store does not accept responsibility for any adverse effects caused by weather conditions beyond our control.
6. No Refund Policy
Customers agree that refunds are only processed under exceptional circumstances. Our store will not be held responsible for poor plant choices relative to location suitability, extreme conditions during and/or post-shipment, and improper post-purchase plant care.
7. Responsibility of Care
Upon purchase, customers agree to assume full responsibility for the ongoing care of the plants. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate watering, exposure to suitable light, and adherence to specific care instructions pertinent to each plant type.
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By proceeding with this purchase, customers consent to all the terms and conditions stated above, confirming understanding and agreement to all stipulations mentioned.
These terms and conditions aim to ensure clarity, mutual understanding, and agreement between the seller and the customer to facilitate a smooth transaction and foster a positive customer experience.