Senna hebecarpa

Also Known As

Cassia hebecarpa
Wild Senna

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

4a-7b

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Senna hebecarpa plant details

Senna hebecarpa is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Features glaucous texture. Attracts birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Senna hebecarpa

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: fabaceae, rutaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: easy-to-grow

GROWING CONDITIONS for Senna hebecarpa

USDA Zones: 4a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the most useful members of the Pea family for the wild garden or border accent, this sturdy, shrub-like 3-6' perennial has feathery compound leaves and tall clusters of bright yellow flowers. S-PSh/M/GDr

By: Forestfarm

In mid-summer a profusion of butter-yellow flowers appear atop the lush deep green foliage of Wild Senna (Cassia hebecarpa). The chocolate brown seedpods are a favorite of birds. Fond of clay, it will thrive in medium to moist soils, and tolerates periodic flooding. The horizontal root system provides stabilization against high wind velocities, making this tall sun loving plant an excellent hedge choice. Hardy to Zones 4 - 7.

By: Prairie Nursery

A native, shrubby perennial with strong 5 foot tall stalks covered with delicate fernlike oval leaflets. Bright masses of golden pea type flowers in late summer. Sometimes called Wild Senna.