Broom. An upright, bushy shrub with slender stems and small green leaves. Attractive deep red flowers with yellow margined wings. Max Height 1.5m. Max Spread 1.5m. Flowers April to May. Full Sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Cytisus ‘Lena’
An upright, bushy shrub with slender stems and small green leaves. Attractive deep red flowers with yellow margined wings.
Additional information
| Generic | Cytisus |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | 'Lena' |
| Common Name | Broom |
| Flower Colour | Red, Yellow |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full Sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 1.5m |
| Family | Leguminosae |
| Spread | 1.5m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| 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 |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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