If you catch a whiff of grape bubble gum in the air during February and early March, look around to see if there is a blooming Texas Mountain Laurel nearby. The large purple clusters of wisteria-like flowers look as good as they smell! Texas Mountain Laurel is evergreen, thornless and is one of the cleanest small trees around. It is a good choice for patio areas. This popular tree is often difficult to find in large sizes, so you might have to plant a five or fifteen gallon and wait patiently for it to develop a canopy. Deep, infrequent summer irrigation will encourage faster growth. This plant produces thick, hard seed pods which contain poisonous orange-red seeds. However, the seed pods are very difficult to break open. If you’re concerned about the seeds, simply clip off the seed pods before they mature.
Sophora secundiflora (Texas Mountain Laurel)
Sophora secundiflora
Texas Mountain Laurel
If you catch a whiff of grape bubble gum in the air during February and early March, look around to see if there is a blooming Texas Mountain Laurel nearby. The large purple clusters of wisteria-like flowers look as good as they smell! Texas Mountain Laurel is evergreen, thornless and is one of the cleanest small trees around. It is a good choice for patio areas. This popular tree is often difficult to find in large sizes, so you might have to plant a five or fifteen gallon and wait patiently for it to develop a canopy. Deep, infrequent summer irrigation will encourage faster growth. This plant produces thick, hard seed pods which contain poisonous orange-red seeds. However, the seed pods are very difficult to break open. If you’re concerned about the seeds, simply clip off the seed pods before they mature.
| Plant Type | Native, Tree |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 8 (10° F) |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Flower Season | Early Spring, Mid Spring |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Height | 15 (ft) |
| Spread | 15 (ft) |
| Spacing | 10' (ft) |
| Characteristics | Evergreen, Fragrant |
| Attracts | Pollinators, Wildlife |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
| Tolerance | Heat, Rocky Soil |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Image by: MSWN
Image by: MSWN
Image by: MSWN
This catalog is for reference purposes. Plants may not be available at all times in the nursery. Please check with our store for current availability.
