Desert Cassia
Senna nemophila
In stock
1 gallon; 5 gallon
Plant Care
Native region:
Water needs:
Exposure:
Desert Adapted - Australia
Low
Full Sun; Reflected Heat
Mature size:
Growth rate:
3-6’x3-6’
Fast
Flower color:
Flower season:
Pruning:
Yellow
Spring
None required
Wildlife
Monarchs:
No
Nectar pollinators:
Yes
Nighttime pollinators:
No
Rabbit resistant:
Yes
Native to Australia, this rounded evergreen shrub has bright green needle-like leaves that provide a light feathery appearance. In early spring masses of yellow pea-like flowers bloom followed by brown papery seedpods that persist on the plant
Growing Plants in the Desert — Important Information
The information presented here is, to the best of my knowledge, accurate and based on my research from reliable sources, observations I have made of plants growing in my, and other gardens I have visited, and observations of the plants in their native habitats. I would appreciate your feedback and experience to help me educate others!
Cacti: In my experience, cacti are much happier in the filtered shade here in the low desert of the Coachella Valley. Colors are more vibrant and they bloom more profusely, especially the non-native varieties. If you pay attention to how our native barrel and beavertail opuntia grow in the wild, it is frequently tucked in the rocks under creosote or another shrub.
Light Requirements: I have found that in our desert (Sonoran/Colorado) “full sun” plants can take and appreciate the late afternoon filtered sun, especially in the hot summer months.