About
Senna candolleana is an ornamental shrub or small tree producing the characteristic pinnate leaves and bright-yellow flowers of the genus. A rewarding plant for a sunny, warm, frost-free border or large conservatory.
About the genus
Senna are trees, shrubs and perennials producing alternate, pinnate leaves and racemes or panicles of five-petalled, usually bright-yellow flowers, followed by seed pods. Rewarding plants for warm, frost-free gardens and large conservatories.
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.