Cassia artemisioides v. petiolaris
Silver Leaf Senna
Description
This compact shrub grows to 4' x 4', with a wispy appearance. Leaves are shiny and silver-grey. Its showy, small, dark yellow flowers appear in terminal clusters winter through spring. This Cassia should be planted in full sun or part shade with little or no summer watering. This shrub performs best with good drainage. It is native to Australia.
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
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.