Partridge Pea

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Cassia fasciculata (Partridge Pea)

Cassia fasciculata (Native)

Partridge Pea is a native annual legume with yellow blossoms that bloom in summer to produce seeds used by a variety of songbirds and wildlife. Partridge Pea is one of the most important fall and winter foods of Bobwhite Quail. Plant Partridge Pea in full sun on sandy to sandy loam soil.

Food and cover for wildlife
Important fall and winter food of Bobwhite Quail
Excellent in wildlife seed mixes

Height

24-40 Inches

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Spread

12-18 Inches

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USDA Hardiness Zone 3 - 7

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Characteristics & Attributes

Attracts Wildlife
Upland Birds
Game Mammals
Songbirds
Attributes
Native
Naturalizing
Mass Planting
Exposure
Sun
Other Characteristics
Easy-to-establish
Remediation
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Summer
Soil Moisture Preference
Dry
Average
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