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Carmichaelia stevensonii


Weeping Broom




Origin:  Native to New Zealand.
Family
Fabaceae
Genus
Carmichaelia
Species
stevensonii
Category
Perennials, Woody
Type
Tree (deciduous)
USDA Hardiness Zone
8b
Canadian Hardiness Zone
8b - 9a
RHS Hardiness Zone
H4
Temperature (°C)
-10 to - 5
Temperature (°F)
14 to 23
Height
2.5 - 4 m
Spread
2.5 - 4 m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
JuneJulyAugust
General Description
A weeping tree with mostly leafless, cord-like branches. The purple pea flowers bloom in hanging clusters.
Landscape
Wall side borders, and as a specimen or accent plant in the garden.
Cultivation
Grow in humus-rich, well-drained but not too dry soil in a sunny position with shelter from cold wind and frost.
Shape
A weeping tree.
Pests
No notable pests or diseases.
Habitat
Naturally grows in rocky and steep mountain slopes amongst sparse vegetation.
Notable Specimens
Chelsea Physic Garden, London, United Kingdom.
Propagation
Propagate by seed in autumn and semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
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