Pineapple Broom. An upright tree-like shrub with silvery grey leaves. Attractive upright, dense racemes of yellow. pineapple-scented flowers. Max Height 5m. Max Spread 5m. Flowers July to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Cytisus battandieri
An upright tree-like shrub with silvery grey leaves. Attractive upright, dense racemes of yellow. pineapple-scented flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Cytisus |
|---|---|
| Species | battandieri |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Pineapple Broom |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 5m |
| Family | Leguminosae |
| Spread | 5m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | silver, grey |
| Flowers From | July, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Wall shrub |
| Toxicity | |
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