5 Seeds Red Cassia Tree
Red Cassia is a striking, fast-growing ornamental tree prized for its abundant clusters of bright pink to red blooms that appear in spring and early summer. This semi-evergreen species features feathery, fern-like green foliage that creates a soft, airy canopy, making it a wonderful focal point in larger gardens or landscape settings. As a classic tropical beauty, it offers long-lasting color and attracts attention with its vivid floral display during the warm season.
This tree is best suited for ornamental planting in parks, large yards, or as a specimen shade tree. It thrives in full sun with well-draining soil and appreciates regular watering until established, after which it tolerates moderate drought. In cooler regions, it can be grown in a large container and overwintered indoors. Its spreading habit and moderate growth rate make it a rewarding choice for gardeners seeking a dramatic, flowering highlight.
Species: Cassia roxburghii
Variety: Red Cassia
Type: Ornamental tree
Plant Habit: Deciduous to semi-evergreen tree
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil
Days to Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 10-12 (or container in cooler areas)
Germination: Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours, then sow; germination in 2-4 weeks
Sowing: Sow seeds 0.5 inch deep in seed-starting mix
Spacing: 15-20 feet apart for landscape trees
Notes: Fast-growing; prune to shape when young