Furze, Gorse. An upright to rounded shrub spine-tipped green stems with grooved spine-leaves. Scented, bright yellow flowers mainly in spring but may flower intermittently throughout the year. Max Height 2.5m. Max Spread 2m. Flowers April to May. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Ulex europaeus
An upright to rounded shrub spine-tipped green stems with grooved spine-leaves. Scented, bright yellow flowers mainly in spring but may flower intermittently throughout the year.
Category: Shrubs
Additional information
Generic | Ulex |
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Species | europaeus |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Furze, Gorse |
Flower Colour | yellow |
Soil | Poor, Sandy |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 2.5m |
Family | Leguminosae |
Spread | 2m |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Rounded |
Fragrance | TRUE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | April, May |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Border, Hedging |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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