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Sweet Broom, Easter Broom

Scientific Name: Cytisus spachianus Kuntze
Synonym: Cytisus racemosus, Genista fragrans, Genista racemosa, Genista spachiana
Family: Fabaceae

Cytisus spachianus in March

Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 7-9,11-24
USDA: 8b-12

Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 15°F (-10°C)

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: Canary Islands

Growth Habits: Evergreen shrub, 6 to 8 feet tall (1.8 to 2.4 m), 3 to 6 feet in spread (0.9-1.8 m)

Watering Needs: Little to no water when established

Blooming Habits:
Fragrant, yellow, pea shaped flowers in the spring.

Culture:
Plant 5 feet apart. The Sweet Broom does not need fertilizer. Cut back flowered stems.

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