Cytisus × boskoopii 'Zeelandia'

RHS Plant Profile
broom 'Zeelandia'
broom 'Zeelandia' RHS

Synonyms

Cytisus 'Zeelandia'

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Shrubs

A small, bushy deciduous shrub with broom-like green stems and small dark green leaves. Flowers abundant, pink and cream, opening in late spring and early summer

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Chalk, Loam, Sand

Max Height

1-1.5 metres

Max Spread

1-1.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
1-1.5 metres
Max Height
1-1.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Chalk Loam Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H5
Drought Resistance
Yes

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Fabaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy
Potentially harmful
Humans/Pets (dogs): Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. For further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
Genus
Cytisus can be deciduous or evergreen shrubs, ranging from prostrate to erect and almost tree-like, with small, simple or 3-parted leaves and pea-like flowers spring or summer
Name Status
Accepted

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in any well-drained soil in full sun; will thrive in poor acid soil. Lime tolerant but may become chlorotic on shallow chalk soils. Plant when young, resents transplanting

Propagation

Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in summer

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Gravel garden
  • Coastal
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Flower borders and beds

Pruning

Pruning group 3. New growth will not rejuvenate from old wood

Pests

May be susceptible to broom gall mites

Diseases

May be susceptible to honey fungus