BROOM Cytisus scoparius

Banhadlen

Broom is an erect deciduous, spineless shrub that produces an abundance of golden yellow pea-like flowers. Broom is often grown for the spring flowers which have vanilla-like scent. Broom enjoys sunny, well drained, sandy soils. During the summer, the hairy black seed pods can produce an audible cracking sound as they explode in the sunshine. 

A light pruning or shaping can be carried out after the flowers have fallen.

Foodplant of the Green Hairstreak butterfly.

Height: 2m

Flowers: May to June

Colour: Yellow