Known as the dwarf kowhai, is a small, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It’s a particularly attractive plant, with zigzagging growth and small leaves bearing even smaller leaflets. In spring it bears yellow flowers with a beaked appearance as they develop.
Sophora prostrata ‘Little Baby’ is smaller than the species, but still displays the characteristic divaricating (zigzagging) growth and yellow blooms. Despite the delicate appearance, ‘Little Baby’ is borderline hardy and can remain outside in winter in milder locations. If hard frosts are predicted, consider growing it in a container so it can be moved to a frost-free spot, such as a cool conservatory or greenhouse, in winter. Or, try growing it indoors as a houseplant in a bright spot.
For best results, grow Sophora prostrata ‘Little Baby’ in full sun in moist, fertile, well-drained soil.
| Size | Diameter / Height | Fits Decorative Pot | Plants You Might Find Inside |
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9cm |
⌀9cm H8.5cm |
10-12cm |
Young plants easy to establish when planted in Autumn or Spring. |
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10-12cm |
⌀10-12cm |
12-16cm |
Small habit houseplants - cacti, succulents, etc.
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1 Litre |
⌀13cm H11cm |
15cm |
The standard size for kitchen herbs, annual bedding Hanging houseplants. |
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2 Litre
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⌀17cm H13cm |
19cm |
The standard size for perennials. Medium sized houseplants. |
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4 Litre |
⌀20cm H16.5cm |
21-24cm |
Larger perennials or small / young / dwarf shrubs. Also grasses, roses, and small climbers. |
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7 Litre |
⌀25cm H20cm |
28cm |
Mature perennials, grasses, roses. Small shrubs and very young trees. Large houseplants. |
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10 Litre |
⌀28cm H22.5cm |
30cm |
Climbers, shrubs, evergreen hedging, young or dwarf trees. |
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15 Litre |
⌀33cm H30cm |
34-38cm |
Mature or larger growing specimens. Tall & tree form houseplants. |
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20 Litre |
⌀35.5cm H32.5cm |
40cm+ |
Palms, olive trees, trees 1.5m+ Super sized houseplants.
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