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Cytisus scoparius


Scotch Broom, Common Broom




Origin:  Native to Central and Western Europe.
Family
Fabaceae
Genus
Cytisus
Species
scoparius
Category
Woody
Type
Shrub (deciduous)
Pronunciation
Height
1-3 m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
MayJuneJulyAugust
Landscape
This ornamental plant is considered to be an invasive species in North America.
Growth
Fast
Habitat
Usually found in sunny locations in dry, loose or sandy soils.
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