Green Feathery Cassia

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Cassia nemophila (Senna artemisioides filifolia)

Green Feathery Cassia Photo Description: Green Feathery cassia is an evergreen shrub that grows to 4-6' tall and wide. The shape is rounded and dense. It has leaves that are narrowly pinnate, forming feathery sprays of silvery foliage. Its showy yellow flowers appear at branch tips from late winter through early summer. A very tough plant, this variety will survive under desert conditions or near the coast. Also known as Senna artemisioides filifolia or Green Feathery Senna.

Maintenance: The abundant production of beans requires trimming. Green Feathery cassia attracts bees. Tolerant of great heat. Should be planted in full to reflected sunlight. Periodic trimming and selective pruning will keep this shrub in good shape.