Ulex europaeus
Common Gorse
Flower Color
Description
A bushy evergreen shrub with very spiny much-branched stems and solitary coconut-scented bright yellow flowers 2cm in length, mainly in winter and spring, followed by slender black seed-pods
Mature Height
2.5m
Mature Spread
2.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Slow · 0.2 m/yr
Soil Texture
Sand
Soil pH
AcidNeutral
Soil Moisture
Well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H8
Fragrance
Flower
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
FragrantDrought resistantGenerally pest-freeCottage and informal gardenCoastalWildlife gardensLow MaintenanceFlower borders and bedsHedging and screens
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| H: 15cm1877L | H: 15cm | €4.94 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.