Chamaecrista fasciculata
syn. Cassia chamaecrista
Partridge Pea, Prairie Senna, Golden Cassia, Sensitive Pea
Unusual legume with wide open bright yellow flowers and dark red anthers. Leaves fold up at night or when touched, hence last common name. Dark red seedpods. Self sows. Needs sun and good drainage 12"-36"
| Hardiness: | Hardy |
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| Longevity: | Annual |
| Growing Condition: | Dry sun |
| Season: | Summer |
| Good For: | Wildlife Friendly |
| Good For: | Self-sowing |
| Good For: | Long Blooming |
| Flower Colour: | Yellow |
| Foliage Colour: | Green |
| Germination: | Sow in autumn, overwinter outdoors, germinates in spring. Or mix seed with damp vermiculite, keep warm 3 weeks, put in fridge 6 weeks, then sprinkle mix on compost and put in cool light place |
Seed
20 seeds per pack (approx).
Available as...
| Seed | Price: £2.50 per pack of 20* | Qty: | Add to Basket | ||
| Nursery Plant | Must be purchased direct from the nursery. | ||||
*Seed numbers are approximate.
