Zone:  2-9
Height:  6 m (19 ft)
Spread:  4 m (14 ft)
Growth:  Rapid growth to an oval deciduous shrub or small  tree with multiple stems
Flower:  Yellow pea-type hanging flowers in May 
Foliage:  Light to dark green compound alternate leaves
Seeds:  Pea-type pods and seeds (September) are edible
Light:  Full sun to part shade
Water:  No extra, once established
Soil:  Light to medium, drained; will tolerate poor soil
Garden locations:  Hedge, specimen plant