Cytisus × boskoopii 'Zeelandia'
broom 'Zeelandia'
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
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Size
Ultimate height
1–1.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
1–1.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green | Cream Pink | Green | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Green | Cream Pink | Green | |
Autumn | Green | Green | ||
Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Potentially harmful
- All parts, especially the seeds, may cause mild stomach upset if ingested. Wear gloves and wash hands after handling
- 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
Generally pest free but may be affected by gall mites
Diseases
Generally disease free
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