A deciduous shrub with upright to arching stems and small, deep green trifoliate leaves. Produces masses of pure white flowers along the stems in late spring and early summer
1-1.5 metres
1-1.5 metres
| Season | Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | ||||
| Summer | ||||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Prefers well-drained, poor, neutral to slightly acid soils in full sun. Tolerant of lime but may become chlorotic on shallow chalk soils. Plant out when small, as brooms resent transplanting
Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or early autumn, or by hardwood cuttings in midwinter
Minimal pruning required, see pruning group 1 or pruning group 3 if necessary. Avoid cutting into old wood
May be susceptible to broom gall mites
May be susceptible to honey fungus