Cytisus × boskoopii 'Boskoop Ruby'
broom
- 2 litre pot
- £18.99
- shipped within 2 weeks
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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
Vivid crimson flowers smother this compact broom in late spring and early summer, brightening any sunny garden. Cytisus × boskoopii 'Boskoop Ruby' is easy to grow, low-maintenance, and ideal for small gardens or borders.
Light pruning after flowering keeps it tidy and encourages next year’s blooms, making it perfect for beginner gardeners.
Light pruning after flowering keeps it tidy and encourages next year’s blooms, making it perfect for beginner gardeners.
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