kowhai tree auckland
Bring a burst of golden native beauty to your Auckland garden with the iconic kowhai tree. Beloved for its cascading yellow flowers and soft green foliage, the kowhai tree is perfectly suited to Auckland’s mild climate and urban or suburban landscapes. If you’re searching for a hardy, stunning native that flourishes in the city of sails, the kowhai tree offers year-round benefits—lush green leaves, wildlife attraction, and an unmissable spring display.
Sophora microphylla (Small Leaved Kōwhai)
Sophora microphylla, commonly known as Weeping Kowhai, is a treasured New Zealand native tree admired for its graceful, drooping branches and masses of golden yellow flowers in spring. This semi-evergreen species is highly attractive to native birds such as tui and bellbirds, which feed on its nectar. Elegant, hardy, and versatile, the Weeping Kowhai is a stunning addition to both gardens and larger landscapes.
Sophora tetraptera (Large Leaved Kōwhai)
Sophora tetraptera, commonly known as the Large Leaved Kowhai, is a striking New Zealand native tree admired for its bold foliage and spectacular yellow flowers. Flowering in spring, it produces nectar rich blooms that attract tui, bellbirds, and other native wildlife. With its upright form, resilience, and seasonal beauty, the Large Leaved Kowhai is an iconic feature tree for NZ gardens and landscapes.
From $22.28
