Nitrogen fixing legume! “Wild Senna is a versatile plant that we think deserves more recognition as a great choice for garden or restoration projects. Its lovely, bright yellow flowers bloom July-August, attracting many bees and butterflies. Autumn brings beautiful leaf colors and the formation of long black pods with seeds favored by larger birds like wild turkeys. A horizontal root system provides strength against winds, allowing the plant’s stately (4-6′) beauty to be appreciated even after the storm. Some gardeners use this sun-loving plant to form a hedge. Wild Senna, and other Cassia and Senna species in the Fabaceae (pea) family, are important host plants for many species of Sulphur Butterflies. ” says Prairie Moon Nursery
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Full – Plants require 6 or more hours of sun during the growing season. Partial – Plants need 3-6 hours of direct sun. Shade – Plants require less than 3 hours of sunlight. ” >Sun Exposure: Full, Partial
