🌿 Acacia Senna (Senna spp.)

Introduce the vibrant Acacia Senna to your garden—a resilient shrub known for its striking yellow blooms and adaptability to various climates.

🌟 Key Features:

• Botanical Name: Senna spp.

• Common Names: Acacia Senna, Senna, Cassia

• Origin: Native to tropical and subtropical regions worldwide

• Growth Habit: Deciduous or evergreen shrub or small tree with an open, spreading form

• Mature Size: Typically reaches 3–6 feet (0.9–1.8 meters) in height and spread

• Foliage: Pinnately compound leaves with multiple pairs of leaflets; medium to dark green in color

• Flowers: Bright yellow, five-petaled blooms arranged in clusters; blooming primarily in summer

• Sunlight Requirements: Prefers full sun for optimal flowering

• Soil Preferences: Well-drained soils; tolerant of various soil types, including sandy and loamy soils

• Watering Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established

• Hardiness Zones: Suitable for USDA zones 9–11

🌱 Garden Appeal:

Acacia Senna adds a splash of color to gardens with its cheerful yellow flowers and lush foliage. Its drought tolerance and low maintenance requirements make it an excellent choice for xeriscaping, borders, and naturalized areas. Additionally, its blooms attract pollinators, enhancing the ecological value of your garden.

🛒 Ideal for Your Landscape:

Incorporate Acacia Senna into your landscape to enjoy its vibrant blooms and hardy nature. Its adaptability to various soil types and climates makes it a versatile addition to diverse garden settings.