Green Cassia

Senna Nemophila

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Overview

The Green Cassia, Senna nemophila, is a drought-tolerant Australian native, ideal for xeriscaping. It displays bright yellow flowers in spring and grows to a moderate size of 5-10 ft tall and wide. Its rounded form and evergreen, feathery foliage add year-round interest. Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soils. USDA Zones 9-11. Prune lightly post-flowering to maintain shape. Attracts butterflies and is relatively pest-free.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, Low, Very LowZones 8–11Climate Arid

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — It displays bright yellow flowers in spring and grows to a moderate size of 5-10 ft tall and wide

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soils

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — Prune lightly post-flowering to maintain shape

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — It displays bright yellow flowers in spring and grows to a moderate size of 5-10 ft tall and wide

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — Ideal for adding vibrant color and texture to landscape designs

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — Attracts butterflies and is relatively pest-free

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — scientifically known as Senna nemophila

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Fabaceae
Climate: Arid

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Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — Its rounded form and evergreen, feathery foliage add year-round interest

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soils

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — Prune lightly post-flowering to maintain shape

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — It displays bright yellow flowers in spring and grows to a moderate size of 5-10 ft tall and wide

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — Ideal for adding vibrant color and texture to landscape designs

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — Attracts butterflies and is relatively pest-free

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — scientifically known as Senna nemophila

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — native to the arid regions of Australia

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — The Green Cassia, Senna nemophila, is a drought-tolerant Australian native, ideal for xeriscaping

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — Its deciduous foliage is equally attractive

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — and occasionally throughout the year in the right conditions

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — which emerge in clusters known as inflorescences

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — These delightful blossoms create an eye-catching display from late winter through spring

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — As a hardy shrub, the Green Cassia can withstand temperatures as low as 20°F (-6.67°C)

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — It provides year-round interest with minimal need for irrigation or fertilization once established

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — When placing this plant in a garden design

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — pinnate leaves with several pairs of leaflets providing a feathery appearance.<br><br>For optimal growth

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — It is capable of adapting to a range of soil types, though it favors neutral to slightly acidic pH levels

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — Senna nemophila prefers well-drained soils with full sun exposure

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — shrub with yellow blooms

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — The Green Cassia, Senna nemophila, is a drought-tolerant Australian native, ideal for xeriscaping; plant in full sun to

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — shrub for full or half

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — It displays bright yellow flowers in spring and grows to a moderate size of 5-10 ft tall and wide; these delightful blossoms

Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — yellow flowers in the garden

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