Plant either starting several weeks before the last expected frost date or direct sowing after the threat of freeze has passed. Seedlings will not handle freezes but established plants often will. Will tolerate a variety of conditions but should be planted in its permanent location as the roots do not like to be disturbed. Prefers dry sunny locations, tolerant of acidic soils. Other Names: broomtops, common broom, European broom, Irish broom, Scottish broom, Scot’s broom May be a noxious weed for your area, check with your local agricultural departments. Producing large shrubs covered in profuse golden yellow flowers from top to bottom is its main appeal in the garden. As a legume this shrub can fix nitrogen in the soil. An ointment can be made from the flowers to treat gout as well. Containing scoparin, which is a douretic, and sparteine which is used as a cardiac stimulant. With a history involving folklore and myth as well as some ornamental and medicinal use, and its ability to spread scotch’s broom has plenty of reason to be as well-known as it is. This species is not originally from North America.Scotch’s Broom, Cytisus scoparius, 4in Potted Plant, Organic, heirloom, GMO Free, Apiaceae, Fabaceae It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. It is particular about its soil conditions, with a strong preference for clay, alkaline soils, and is able to handle environmental salt. It is considered to be drought-tolerant, and thus makes an ideal choice for xeriscaping or the moisture-conserving landscape. It prefers dry to average moisture levels with very well-drained soil, and will often die in standing water.
#BROOM PLANT WITH YELLOW FLOWERS FULL#
This shrub should only be grown in full sunlight.
It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 20 years. It tends to fill out right to the ground and therefore doesn't necessarily require facer plants in front, and is suitable for planting under power lines. Scotch Broom will grow to be about 5 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 6 feet. Scotch Broom is recommended for the following landscape applications Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration This is a high maintenance shrub that will require regular care and upkeep, and is best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other landscape plants with less refined foliage. Scotch Broom is an open multi-stemmed deciduous shrub with a shapely form and gracefully arching branches. The smooth bark and lime green branches add an interesting dimension to the landscape.
The small compound leaves do not develop any appreciable fall color. Scotch Broom is blanketed in stunning gold pea-like flowers along the branches from mid to late spring. A high quality flowering shrub for difficult places with dry, infertile soil, excellent for use in massing bright yellow flowers in spring in a densely branched, twiggy mound best used in specific landscape situations
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