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| Cytisus | Common name; Broom |
A hybrid bred from the common broom scoparius.
If left unattended it will grow to a height of around 2.5metres (8ft) with a similar spread.
Technically it is not an 'evergreen' but the green stems give the effect of being an evergreen.
The yellow sweet pea like flowers, appear in May/June.
Week 15; sow seed in pots or trays of seed compost and germinate at a temperature of 8°- 10°C (46°-50°F).
Germination should take 8-10 days
n.b. This species will not come true from seed therefore it is better to take vegetative cuttings (see below)
Week 26; When the seedlings are large enough to handle prick them out into individual 75-100mm (3"-4") pots of potting compost and grow on in a cold frame until planting out time.
Week 27; Normally pruning is not required other than to keep the plant/s of a good shape and size so prune after flowering.
This is an opportune time to take heel cuttings if new or replacement stock is required.
Week 36; Plant out in full sunlight in soil that is not to rich in nutrients, they have some lime tolerance, but it is best to have the soil pH slightly on the acid side.
n.b. They resent root disturbance so when buying them, buy containerised plants rather than bare rooted plants
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