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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

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; when placing this plant in a garden, image 72
Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — Prune lightly post-flowering to maintain shape; ideal for adding vibrant color and texture to landscape designs, image 74
Green Cassia (Senna Nemophila) — Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soils; it displays bright yellow flowers in spring and grows to, image 73

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