Product Overview
Grow Cassia alata, commonly known as Candle Bush or Candle Tree, from seed to enjoy its striking tropical appearance. This fast-growing shrub features tall, upright yellow flower spikes and lush green foliage, making it an excellent addition to butterfly gardens, landscape borders, and warm-climate accents.
Key Features
- Eye-catching tall yellow flower spikes that bloom in late summer
- Fast-growing tropical ornamental shrub with lush green foliage
- Pollinator-friendly, attracting bees and butterflies
- Thrives in USDA zones 9–11, ideal for warm climates
- Seeds require soaking before sowing to improve germination
Growing Information
Cassia alata prefers well-drained sandy or loamy soil and full sun exposure. It requires moderate watering and is drought-tolerant once established. Plant seeds in spring or early summer after the last frost. This upright shrub or small tree grows quickly and typically blooms within one to two seasons.