Senna wislizenii

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Senna wislizenii

Shrubby Senna

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Information by: Kathleen Moore Photographer: Dave Anderson CVWD

Description

Winter-deciduous shrub grows at a moderate rate to 4' x 6'. Bright yellow blooms form in clusters on branch ends in summer. Good for summer color. Native to the Chihuahuan Desert.

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, With Rocks

Special Uses

Screen, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask for low water use plants at your local nursery.