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
yes id did buy and receive bamboo seeds from you. i planted same and now cautiously await some indication the sprouting will begin. we are in northern nj where it is quite cold so i am keeping the plantings in a planter system we use for seedlings. only time luck and patience will tell the ultimate story. if the seeds come to be small plants we will replant into pots until spring and after that we are guardedly optimistic. thanks for the request and service. stewart a farber
I do not have an indoor garden so I am waiting until spring to plant. I will try planting closer to Feb or March in small pods watering with spray bottle, and slowly introduce the plants to outdoor conditions.