Cassia nemophila

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Green Cassia

 
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

This is a hardy, evergreen shrub that will grow to 5-6' tall and wide. The green foliage of this plant differentiates it from other cassias. Abundant clusters of yellow flowers appear frrom late winter to spring.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Gold, Yellow

 

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Formal, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical

 

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring

 

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Park, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting, Wind Break

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.