Broom. Medium sized, deciduous shrub. Produces Carmine red and yellow scented pea-flowers during late spring. Max Height 2m. Max Spread 1.5m. Flowers May to June. Full sun/partial shade. Not hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Cytisus ‘Red Wings’
Medium sized, deciduous shrub. Produces Carmine red and yellow scented pea-flowers during late spring
Additional information
| Generic | Cytisus |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | 'Red Wings' |
| Common Name | Broom |
| Flower Colour | red |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 2m |
| Family | Leguminosae |
| Spread | 1.5m |
| Growth Speed | Slow |
| Growth Habit | Arching |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered Site |
| Hardiness | Not hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Climbing wall, border, Screening |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | Cut back flowered shoots to encourage new growth |
| Pruning Time | After flowering |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | Keep free from weeds |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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