🌟 Yellow Necklacepod (Sophora tomentosa var. truncata) – Native Florida Beauty 🌼🦋🐝
Bring home the charm of coastal Florida with the Yellow Necklacepod — a hardy, evergreen flowering shrub that bursts with sunny yellow blooms year-round. Loved by pollinators and gardeners alike, this nitrogen-fixing native enriches your soil while adding vibrant color and wildlife value to your landscape.
Ships in a 4" economy container – perfect starter size for transplanting and establishing in your garden.
🌿 Quick Facts
| Attribute | Details |
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| Botanical Name | Sophora tomentosa var. truncata |
| Plant Type | Native Florida flowering shrub |
| Sale Size | 4" container (starter plant) |
| Mature Height & Width | 4–10+ ft tall • 4–8 ft wide (prune to shape) |
| USDA Zones | 9A–11 |
| Sun Requirements | Full sun |
| Cold Hardiness | Sensitive to frost/freezing |
| Growth Habit | Fast-growing, upright to spreading |
| Spacing | 36–60" apart |
🌼 Flower & Foliage Highlights
- Blooms all year with bright yellow, pea-like flowers
- A pollinator magnet — attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds
- Unique seed pods give the plant its “necklace” name
- Silvery-green foliage offers contrast and ornamental appeal
🌱 Top Benefits & Uses
- Wildlife Haven: Provides nectar, pollen, food, and shelter for birds, butterflies, and beneficial insects.
- Nitrogen Fixer: Naturally enriches soil and boosts the growth of nearby fruit trees, vegetables, and ornamentals.
- Coastal Tough: Thrives in sandy soils, salt spray, and drought conditions.
- Low Maintenance Beauty: Perfect for Florida native and pollinator gardens.
- Ecosystem Support: Helps create self-sustaining, balanced landscapes.
Planting & Care
Where to Plant:
- Best in full sun with sandy or calcareous, well-drained soil.
- Perfect for coastal gardens, dunes, or dry landscapes.
- Avoid frost-prone or poorly drained areas.
Planting Method:
- Dig hole twice as wide as the root ball, same depth.
- Use the “High & Tight” planting method — see our GreenDreams YouTube guide.
- Space 3–5 ft apart for hedges or mass plantings.
Watering:
- Establishment phase: Daily for first 2–3 weeks.
- First year: Weekly deep watering.
- After established: Very drought-tolerant, water only in extreme dry spells.
Mulching:
- Use hardwood mulch around base (keep away from trunk).
- Retains moisture and suppresses weeds.
Pruning:
- Trim in late winter/early spring to control shape and size.
- Remove damaged or crossing branches for best health.
Winter Maintenance:
- Protect young plants from frost with frost cloth.
- Mulch roots heavily in cooler regions of Zone 9A.
🌿 Cultural & Historical Notes
- Genus Name: Sophora, from Arabic ṣufayrā, meaning “yellow.”
- Species Epithet: tomentosa means “furry,” referring to its velvety plant hairs.
- Florida Native Variety: var. truncata is our true native form — don’t confuse it with the commonly sold, non-native Sophora tomentosa var. occidentalis.
⚠️ Cautions
- Toxicity: Seeds contain alkaloids and are poisonous if eaten.
- Mislabeling in Nurseries: Be cautious of non-native varieties sold at big-box stores — always source from a trusted native grower (like us!).
🌟 Is This Plant Right for You?
✅ Ideal For:
- Coastal and seaside landscapes
- Native plant and pollinator gardens
- Wildlife enthusiasts
- Sustainable/permaculture gardeners
❌ Not Ideal For:
- Cold climates with frequent frost
- Heavy clay or waterlogged soils
📦 Product Details
- Size: Ships in a 4" container (starter plant)
- Mature Height: 4–10+ ft (prunable smaller)
- Zones: USDA 9A–11
- Care Level: Easy, drought and salt tolerant once established
Ready to Add Sunshine to Your Garden?
Turn your yard into a vibrant sanctuary for butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds while boosting your soil’s fertility naturally. The Yellow Necklacepod is not just a showpiece — it’s a pollinator powerhouse and nitrogen-fixing companion that belongs in every Florida food forest or coastal garden. 🌞
👉 Order your Yellow Necklacepod today and watch your garden flourish with beauty and life!
🏡 Local Pickup at GreenDreams
📍 Available for Local Pickup at GreenDreams!
18709 US Hwy. 41, Spring Hill, FL 34610
Open Tues–Fri 9AM–5PM | Sat 8AM–3PM
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🌿 IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE PURCHASING LIVE PLANTS
Please note: Plants purchased through our online store are not available for pickup at our retail nursery in Spring Hill, Florida.
Online inventory is housed at a separate facility and is priced, prepared, and handled exclusively for shipping.
🌱 Looking for larger plants or more selection?
Our retail nursery location offers far more availability, including larger sizes, specialty plants, and many selections not suitable for nationwide shipping.
Local pickup is available for retail nursery purchases only.
Visit our Spring Hill, FL retail nursery page to explore in-person shopping options.
🚚 LIVE PLANT SHIPPING & TRANSIT EXPECTATIONS
Live plants naturally experience stress during shipping. Temporary leaf drop, mild wilting, or cosmetic stress is normal after transit. Most plants recover quickly with proper watering, gradual light exposure, and basic aftercare. Some plants may require additional attention during the first few weeks.
Despite careful packing, minor cosmetic damage may occur during transit. Small issues such as broken leaves or stems typically resolve with time and proper care.
If your shipping box arrives with significant external damage, please contact UPS within 30 days to initiate a carrier claim.
⏱️ SHIPPING METHOD, TIMING & TRANSIT WINDOWS
All online orders ship via UPS Ground from our Central Florida nursery.
📦 Shipping Schedule: Orders ship once weekly on Mondays to reduce the risk of packages sitting in transit over weekends. A countdown clock on our website displays the next shipping date.
🚚 Typical Transit Times:
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Florida: 1–2 days
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Southern U.S.: approximately 2 days
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Midwest, West & Northern U.S.: 3–5 business days
Long-distance shipments, particularly to the western U.S., may experience additional transit time due to agricultural inspections in states such as Arizona, California, and Texas.
Extended transit times can be more challenging for small or tender plants and may require additional recovery care after arrival.
🌡️ EXTREME WEATHER & SEASONAL RISK
Live plants are sensitive to temperature extremes.
We cannot guarantee plant condition during periods of extreme summer heat or winter cold and freezing temperatures. Weather-related delays, carrier interruptions, or exposure during delivery are beyond our control.
Customers are responsible for:
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Monitoring tracking information sent via email
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Retrieving packages promptly upon delivery
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Preventing plants from being left outdoors in extreme conditions
During unsafe weather, holiday shipping volume, or extended transit risk, orders may be held and shipped the following week to protect plant health.
⚠️ CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY & REFUND POLICY
By purchasing live plants, customers acknowledge and accept the risks associated with shipping, weather exposure, transit delays, and regional suitability.
Refunds or replacements are considered only under exceptional circumstances and in accordance with our return and refund policy. We are not responsible for:
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Weather-related damage
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Carrier delays
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Poor plant selection for a given climate or region
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Improper care after delivery
Upon purchase, customers assume full responsibility for the ongoing care and success of their plants.
✅ CONSENT & AGREEMENT
By completing a purchase, you confirm that you have read, understand, and agree to all shipping policies, responsibilities, and conditions outlined above.
Our goal is transparency, plant health, and long-term growing success — and we appreciate your understanding and care when ordering live plants.
