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GENISTA x spachiana
Commonly known as Easter broom
(Genista fragrans) (Cytisus fragrans) - yellow flowers borne profusely, very sweetly scented
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to knowSyn. Cytisus x spachianus
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Pests & DiseasesAphids
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Place of originGarden origin.
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Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Evergreen3-palmate leaves to 4cm (1½in) long.
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Half hardy (down to 0)
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Height3m(10ft)
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Spread3m(10ft)
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Tall ShrubVigorous shrub with upright, later arching, branches.
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Tender - cool or frost free greenhouseTolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen. Except in frost-free inner-city areas or coastal extremities requires glasshouse conditions. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 1°C (34°F)
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Scented flowers
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Mature Size3m(10ft)
3m(10ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Greenhouse / conservatoryNot the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winter
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Soil Conditions
Medium to light, fertile, well drained soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Genista - Growing Guide
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