Cytisus × praecox 'Albus'
broom
- 2 litre pot
- £13.29 £18.99
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- Position: full sun
- Soil: fertile, well-drained, preferably neutral to acid soil
- Rate of growth: average to fast
- Flowering period: May to June
- Hardiness: fully hardy
Ablaze with colour in late spring and early summer, when the gently arching stems of this drought tolerant shrub, are laden with a mass of white, pea-like flowers. Cytisus × praecox 'Albus', an elegant, compact broom, is often one of the first to flower, and it's ideal for a sunny, mixed border.
Plant Cytisus in well-drained soil in a sunny spot, ideally sheltered from strong winds. Pinch out the shoots of young plants to encourage a bushy habit. After flowering, prune annually by cutting back the spent stems to young side-shoots or low buds, avoiding old wood, to promote a strong display the following year.
Remove any dead or damaged stems at the same time, and water well in dry spells until established, though established plants become more drought-tolerant. A light mulch in spring can help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Remove any dead or damaged stems at the same time, and water well in dry spells until established, though established plants become more drought-tolerant. A light mulch in spring can help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten
