Cassia bicapsularis: Butterfly Bush
While other trees are preparing for winter, butterfly bush is just waking up. This sprawling, semi-evergreen shrub, reaching a height of 8 to 10 feet with an equal spread, produces blossoms in fall that resemble golden butterflies. Bright yellow flowers appear at a time of year when little else is in bloom. This plant has a place in any sunny landscape.
Scientific name: Cassia bicapsularis
Pronunciation: KASS-ee-uh bye-kap-soo-LAIR-iss
Common name(s): Butterfly bush
Pronunciation: KASS-ee-uh bye-kap-soo-LAIR-iss
Common name(s): Butterfly bush
Fact sheet: Cassia
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