Cytisus scoparius (Scotch Broom)

Cytisus scoparius (Scotch Broom) with pink and yellow flower clusters on a green plant.
Cytisus scoparius (Scotch Broom) blooming with small pink and yellow petals along thin green stems.

Botanical names: Cytisus scoparius, Sarothamnus scoparius

Common names: Scotch Broom, Common Broom

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Faboideae

Origin: Europe

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 6-8

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant form: Large bush
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Red, crimson, vinous flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: Red, crimson, vinous; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Deciduous plantFoliage: Deciduous
Ethnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Ethnomedical: Ethnomedical plant, traditionally used in folk or indigenous medicine

Similar plants: Cytisus scoparius (Scotch Broom)


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Cytisus scoparius (Scotch Broom) yellow flowers on green shrub branches
Cytisus scoparius (Scotch Broom) branches covered in small yellow pea-shaped flowers
Cytisus scoparius (Scotch Broom) with yellow and pink flowers on a green plant close up
Cytisus scoparius (Scotch Broom) with delicate yellow and pink flowers nestled among small green leaves.
Cytisus scoparius (Scotch Broom) yellow flower cluster on green leafy branch close up.
Cytisus scoparius (Scotch Broom) yellow flowers gathered along thin woody stems with small green leaves.
Cytisus scoparius (Scotch Broom) yellow flower, close up of delicate petals on green stems.
Cytisus scoparius (Scotch Broom) yellow flower with small green leaves visible on the thin branch.
Cytisus scoparius (Scotch Broom) plant with yellow and red flowers on thin green stems.
Cytisus scoparius (Scotch Broom) with delicate yellow and red flowers scattered among small green leaves.
Cytisus scoparius (Scotch Broom) with pink and yellow flower clusters on a green plant
Cytisus scoparius (Scotch Broom) branches covered in pink and yellow flower buds and small leaves.


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