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We received some Necklace Pod on Mar 9, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Last received Mar 9, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Pet toxicity: not on file, check before planting where pets chew
Pet safety guideAbout Necklace Pod
Necklace Pod (Sophora tomentosa) is a Florida-native coastal shrub with silvery-green pinnate leaves and long spikes of bright yellow flowers followed by beaded seedpods that resemble a necklace. Hardy to zone 9b, it thrives in full sun, sandy soils, and coastal conditions in NE Florida, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended months: March, April, May, September, October, November.
Seasonal care
In bloom. Good planting window.
In bloom. Handles summer heat well once established.
In bloom. Ideal planting window.
In bloom. Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Plant Necklace Pod in full sun for best flowering and growth; it tolerates light shade but blooms most prolifically with 6+ hours of direct sun. Avoid low-lying sites where air circulation is poor, as humid stagnant air promotes fungal disease.
Once established, Necklace Pod is drought-tolerant and needs little supplemental irrigation in NE Florida. Water weekly for the first season to establish roots, then reduce to occasional deep watering during prolonged dry spells; overwatering encourages root rot.
Thrives in poor, sandy, well-drained soils typical of NE Florida coastal landscapes and requires no fertilization once established. Avoid clay or poorly drained sites; adding light organic matter at planting helps early establishment.
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Common questions
Is Necklace Pod a good plant for St. Augustine?
Necklace Pod is a shrub. Mature size: 6-10 feet × 4-8 feet. Light: Full Sun. Water needs: Low. Necklace Pod is native to Florida. Recorded hardiness zone: 9a.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed March 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.