Botanical Name: Senna splendida
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Common Name: Golden Wonder Senna  
Plant photo of: Senna splendida
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  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

6-12'

 

Flower Color

Gold, Yellow

 

Flower Season

Winter, Fall

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

Winter

Sun

Full

 

Water

Very Low, Low, Medium, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

 

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Silhouette, Standard

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Fall

 

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Screen, Small Spaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Information by:
Photographer: Greg Applegate
  • Description

  • Notes

This small tree/shrub brings forth a burst of bright orange yellow color in its flowers of 1-2", which are loosely clustered at the ends of branches. After flowering, it benefits from severe pruning to control size and decrease seed production. It can reach 15-18' tall by 15' wide.
Planting Instructions: 1. Dig a hole 2 times the width and 1 and 1/2 times the height of the container. 2. Set rootball at ground level. 3. Prepare soil mix of equal parts soil and soil amendment. 4. Backfill with amended soil. 5. Build Basin and water.