Cytisus 'Goldfinch' - 1.5 Ltr pot

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Sarothamnus scoparius.

Bulletpoints
* fragrant flowers * suitable for containers

Growth habit
Common broom 'Goldfinch' is upright, branched, broad and dense in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Cytisus scoparius 'Goldfinch' thrives in all acidic, humus-rich and sufficiently moist soils. Commercially available container plant soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cut back vigorously after flowering.

Flower
The multi-coloured, butterfly-shaped flowers appear from May to June. They are pleasantly fragrant.

Interesting facts
Cytisus scoparius 'Goldfinch' is categorised as a highly poisonous plant.

Use
Container, solitary, ornamental shrub, rock garden

Root
Cytisus scoparius 'Goldfinch' is a taproot.