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Cytisus / Broom (Cytisus scoparius) — Mediterranean plant.

Cytisus / Broom (Cytisus scoparius) – Mediterranean plant. Cytisus (broom) is covered in spring with fragrant yellow pea-like flowers; drought-resistant.

Benefits

• Mediterranean look, decorative on the terrace
• Drought- and heat-resistant

Seasonal care

• Spring: Start of the growing season: apply a suitable fertiliser and provide full sun.
• Summer: Water moderately. Tolerates heat and drought well.
• Autumn: Autumn is a good time for planting; gradually reduce watering.
• Winter: Frost-hardy – overwinters outdoors. Prune in late winter if needed.

Specifications

• Botanical name: Cytisus scoparius
• Botanical family: Fabaceae
• Life cycle: Perennial
• Foliage: Semi-evergreen
• Exposure: Sun
• Placement: Outdoors / container
• Growth rate: Medium
• Minimum temperature: -15 °C
• Drought resistance: High
• Mature height: 100-200 cm
• Mature width: 80-150 cm
• Flowering period: April–May
• Flower colour: Yellow
• Fragrance: Pleasant
• Soil: Well drained, sandy loam
• pH: 6,0-7,5
• Watering: Moderate
• Fertilising: Spring–summer
• Pruning: Spring
• Mulching: Recommended (in winter)
• Product code: 4042214
• EAN code: 6420384042214

Warnings

• Frost-sensitive – shelter in winter in northern regions
• Requires a pot with good drainage

Frequently asked questions

Does it survive winter outdoors?
Yes, it is frost-hardy and overwinters outdoors without problems in Romania.

What exposure and watering does it prefer?
Sun; moderate watering. Cytisus (broom) is covered in spring with fragrant yellow pea-like flowers; drought-resistant.

When does it flower?
Flowering period: April-May.