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Exposurefull sun
Waterlow
Typeshrub
Distribution
Cytisus scoparius Burkwoodii
Scotch 'Burkwoodii' Broom
Flower Colors
Description
A small deciduous shrub with erect shoots bearing deep crimson flowers with light red keel, and yellow edges to the wings
Mature Height
1.5m
Mature Spread
1.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.2 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H7
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 6-8
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Drought resistantCity and courtyard gardensCoastalCottage and informal gardenGravel gardenFlower borders and beds