Partridge Pea | Chamaecrista Fasciculata

 A versatile annual that is perfect for a naturalized setting or meadow! Partridge Pea has large, showy, yellow flowers. Each flower is marked with red and is followed by a narrow pod.

The flowers are a good source of nectar for bees and butterflies, and the pods produce flower seed which is a major food source for game birds and songbirds.

Partridge Pea seeds can be planted from late winter (March) to late spring (May). A cold treatment by refrigerating the Cassia seed for 30 days is helpful in aiding germination. After the cold treatment, broadcast the seeds in weed-free prepared soil. Rake the seed in and cover 1/4 inch. Keep the seeds moist.

Flower Specifications

Season: Annual
USDA Zones: 3 - 9
Height: 12 - 24 inches
Bloom Season: Mid-summer to fall
Bloom Color: Yellow
Growth Rate: Fast
Environment: Full sun
Soil Type: Sand, loam, gravel, or clay, pH 5.6 - 7.3
Foliage Color: Light green

Planting Directions

Temperature: 55F
Average Germ Time: 14 - 28 days
Light Required: Yes
Depth: 1/4 inch
Sowing Rate: 1/2 lb per 1,000 square feet
Moisture: Keep seed moist until germination
Plant Spacing: If planting in rows, 3 feet apart

Quantity: 50 Partridge Pea Seeds

Pros and cons

• Attracts pollinators
• Edible
• Fast-growing
• Flowering