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Scotch broom.
Cytisus scoparius
Prononciation SY-tih-sus skoh-PAIR-ee-us
Aussi appelée Broom, Broomtops, Common Broom, English Broom, European Broom
Scotch broom is a hardy, deciduous shrub known for its vibrant yellow flowers that bloom in late spring. It is quite resilient and often found in open, sunny areas. Keep in mind that it can become invasive in certain regions.
En un coup d'œil
- Niveau d'entretien
- Facile
- Type de plante
- Shrub
- Lumière
- Full sun
- Lumière en intérieur
- Soleil direct
- Arrosage
- Tous les 7 à 14 jours
- Taille adulte
- 1 to 3 meters
- Croissance
- Rapide
Entretien
Plant this shrub in well draining soil where it can receive plenty of sun. Watch for yellowing leaves or stunted growth, which often signal poor drainage or nutrient issues. Prune it back after flowering to keep the shape tidy and encourage more blooms next year.
- Arrosage
- Water regularly until established, then it becomes quite drought tolerant.
- Engrais
- A light application of balanced fertilizer in early spring is usually plenty.
- Taille
- Trim back the stems immediately after the flowering season ends.
- Rempotage
- Repot only if the plant becomes root bound in its container.
- Sol
- Sandy or rocky well draining soil
- pH du sol
- Acidic to neutral
Sécurité
- Animaux
- This plant is considered toxic to cats and dogs if ingested.
Comment l'identifier
- Bright yellow pea shaped flowers
- Green angular stems
- Small trifoliate leaves
- Brown hairy seed pods
Science
- Famille
- Fabaceae
- Genre
- Cytisus
- Ordre
- Fabales
- Classe
- Magnoliopsida
Taxonomie vérifiée avec le GBIF.
Aussi dans
Ta plante a mauvaise mine ?
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