We often want plants that are not suitable for our climate, and often we do not find an alternative that we really like. Well then. This is not the case with the tree Laburnum anagyroideswell known by the popular name of Gold rainbut unfortunately it can only be grown in temperate to cold regions.
So if we live in a warm climate, which one can we have? Without a doubt, the Cassia fistulawhich is also known as the Golden Rain. Discover it.
The Cassia fistula It is a tree native to warm areas of Asia and the Middle East, as well as Egypt. It is the national plant of Thailand, and it is very, very decorative. It grows quickly until reaching 10 meters in height. Its leaves are deciduous. The flowers are aromatic, and precious: they hang from an elongated peduncle, and they are grouped in clusters during the summer. The fruit is a legume up to 60cm in length, inside which are a large number of seeds that are surrounded by a pulp with a sweet flavor.
In cultivation it is a very interesting plant, not only because it is quite reminiscent of Laburnum anagyroidesbut also because it is not very demanding. In fact, the only thing we have to keep in mind is that can’t stand the cold muchbeing ideal its planting in gardens where the climate is mild, down to -1ºC. Even so, if you live in a somewhat cooler climate, you can plant it in a pot and decorate your home with it during the colder months.
For the rest, you will immediately see that it is very easy to care for. Place it in an area exposed to direct sun, and water it between 2 and 3 times a week. It is also advisable to fertilize it from spring to autumn with an organic fertilizer, such as guano powder. In this way, to your Cassia fistula You will not lack for anything, and you can continue to offer your flower show year after year.
What do you think? Do you dare to cultivate it?
