Bright yellow pea-like blooms in spring; airy foliage. Prefers dry, poor soils.

Family: Fabaceae

Genus: Cytisus

Scientific Designation: Cytisus scoparius

Soil Type: Sandy, poor, well-drained

Edible Fruit Bearing or Ornamental?: Ornamental

Preferred Soil pH:6.0 to 7.5

Light Requirements: Full sun

Watering Requirements: Low

Hardiness Zone: 5 to 8

Height: 1 to 2 m

Spread: 1 to 2 m

Soil Drainage Requirements: Well-drained

Fertilizer Recommendation: Avoid fertilizing; thrives in lean soils

Manitoba Specific Climate Notes: Not reliably hardy; overwinter indoors or treat as annual in Manitoba.