Shrub
Necklace Pod
Sophora tomentosa
Varieties We Carry
StandardSophora tomentosa
Sizes & Pricing
3 galFrom$19.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 9.
LightFull Sun
WaterLow
Mature size6-10 feet × 4-8 feet
About 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. Starting at $19.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
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In bloom. Handles summer heat well once established.
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In bloom. Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Light
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.
Water
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.
Soil & Fertilizer
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 for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 6-10 feet × 4-8 feet.
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.