Senna lindheimeriana
Velvet-Leaf Senna
Description
Hardy evergreen shrub to 3' x 2'. The oval leaflets of this plant are covered with soft, velvety hairs. Plants are very drought tolerant, but will grow more rapidly with supplemental irrigation.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
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, Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Patio, Parking Lot, With Rocks
Special Uses
Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.