Purple Broom. A dense semi-erect bush with dark green leaves and clusters of pea-like, pale pink to lilac flowers with darker throats. Max Height 45cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Chamaecytisus purpureus
A dense semi-erect bush with dark green leaves and clusters of pea-like, pale pink to lilac flowers with darker throats.
Additional information
| Generic | Chamaecytisus |
|---|---|
| Species | purpureus |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Purple Broom |
| Flower Colour | pink, lilac |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 45cm |
| Family | Leguminosae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| 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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