Lord Howe Island Kowhai

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Sophora howinsula

Genus

Sophora

Family

Fabaceae

Order

Fabales

How to care for Lord Howe Island Kowhai

💦 Water

How often to water your Lord Howe Island Kowhai

Lord Howe Island Kowhai needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Lord Howe Island Kowhai in your home

Lord Howe Island Kowhai love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Lord Howe Island Kowhai does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Lord Howe Island Kowhai in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Lord Howe Island Kowhai

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Lord Howe Island Kowhai: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Lord Howe Island Kowhai after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Lord Howe Island Kowhai requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Lord Howe Island Kowhai is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Lord Howe Island Kowhai is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

🪴 Soil

Lord Howe Island Kowhai does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

💩 Fertilizer

Lord Howe Island Kowhai grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Lord Howe Island Kowhai can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9b-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.