Globe Sulla (Securigera globosa)

Globe Sulla

Securigera globosa

Round, clustered blooms bring soft golden charm to dry meadows. Low-growing herbaceous perennial; common name: Globe Sulla.

Full sun
1/week
Beginner
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Plant Needs

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Sunlight Full sun exposure preferred; tolerates partial shade in extreme hot climates
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Watering Drought-tolerant; water deeply but infrequently, allow soil to fully dry between waterings
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Temperature Hardy to mild frosts; thrives in warm, dry, well-ventilated conditions
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Characteristics

  • Leaf: Pinnately compound with small oval leaflets, gray-green with silvery pubescent covering
  • Flower: Dense spherical clusters of bright yellow pea-like blooms
  • Stem: Slender, branching stems covered in fine silvery hairs
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Care Guide

Watering

Water every 7–10 days, allow soil to dry completely between waterings

Fertilization

Diluted balanced liquid feed once monthly. Use low-nitrogen fertilizer to prioritize flower production

Eggshell powder topdressing:Crush fully dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to boost calcium levels and improve soil drainage
Pruning
  • Deadhead spent flower clusters to encourage prolonged blooming
  • Trim back leggy stems in early spring to promote compact, bushy growth
  • Remove damaged or yellowing foliage to maintain plant health and airflow
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Toxicity

Warning: this plant may be toxic.

Pets & Humans

Pets: ASPCA: No documented toxicity to cats

Humans: No known toxic effects to humans

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Garden Uses & Culture

Culture: N/A

Usage: Ornamental for rock gardens, wildflower meadows, and xeric landscaping