Senna covesii (Cassia)
Desert Senna
Description
This perennial is bushy in habit and reaches 1' tall and wide. Showy yellow flowers, 1" wide, bloom in late spring through early fall. Evergreen, dull green to gray green leaves, about 1"-2" long, have fine hairs. Irrigate this plant every 3-4 weeks after it's established, especially during the summer. Bees and butterflies love Desert Senna.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy
Soil Condition
Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Raised Planter, Roadside
Special Uses
Container, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.
Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.