Cassia ‘Popcorn’
Cassia Popcorn is a tropical shrub that catches attention with its distinctive fragrant yellow flowerscomma-sign which resemble popcorn in appearance. This fast-growing plant thrives in full sun and is known for its unique foliage and scentcomma-sign making it a favorite in tropical or exotic garden settings. While not toxic to petscomma-sign as with many plantscomma-sign moderation is key to ensure pets don’t overindulge in nibbling.
Specs
Fragrant Yellow Flowers with a Popcorn Twist
Cassia Popcorn is an eye-catching tropical shrub best known for its fragrant yellow blooms that resemble popcorn. With its fast growth and bold appearance, it adds unique charm and a sweet scent to warm-climate gardens.
Product Highlights
Category: Flowering
Bloom Time: Spring to fall
Growth Habit: Upright and full
Mature Size: 4 to 6 feet tall
USDA Zone: 9 to 11
Temperature: Thrives in 70–95°F
Color: Bright yellow, popcorn-shaped flowers
Light Requirement: Full sun
Water Needs: Moderate
Bloom Size: 1 to 2 inches
Pet Friendly? Yes – non-toxic to pets
Best Uses
Great for sensory gardens, children’s gardens, or as a fragrant focal point.
Pro-tip: Thrives in full sun and benefits from occasional pruning to maintain shape.
Cassia Popcorn is an eye-catching tropical shrub best known for its fragrant yellow blooms that resemble popcorn. With its fast growth and bold appearance, it adds unique charm and a sweet scent to warm-climate gardens.
Product Highlights
Category: Flowering
Bloom Time: Spring to fall
Growth Habit: Upright and full
Mature Size: 4 to 6 feet tall
USDA Zone: 9 to 11
Temperature: Thrives in 70–95°F
Color: Bright yellow, popcorn-shaped flowers
Light Requirement: Full sun
Water Needs: Moderate
Bloom Size: 1 to 2 inches
Pet Friendly? Yes – non-toxic to pets
Best Uses
Great for sensory gardens, children’s gardens, or as a fragrant focal point.
Pro-tip: Thrives in full sun and benefits from occasional pruning to maintain shape.
Key Features:
Bloom Time:
Spring to Fall
Growth Habit:
Upright & Bushy
Mature Height:
MEDIUM (2 to 6 feet)
USDA Zone:
Temperate (Zones 7 to 9)
Temperature:
Heat Tolerant
Color:
Yellow
Light Requirement:
Full Sun
Water Need:
Moderate
Bloom Size:
Small
Pet Friendly:
Yes