A dwarf mound-forming shrub with slender, arching grey-green stems smothered in golden yellow flowers, in late spring and early summer. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 1m. Flowers May to June. Full Sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Genista lydia
A dwarf mound-forming shrub with slender, arching grey-green stems smothered in golden yellow flowers, in late spring and early summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Genista |
|---|---|
| Species | lydia |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | Yellow |
| Soil | Poor to moderately fertile |
| Aspect | Full Sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 60cm |
| Family | Leguminosae |
| Spread | 1m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mound-forming |
| 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 | Do not cut into old wood |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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