Genista tinctoria 'Humifusa'

Dyer's broom

Low-growing dyer's broom with fine, fresh green leaves. Forms a dense, creeping carpet. Blooms profusely with bright yellow flowers in summer. Prefers full sun and well-drained, dry soil. Ideal for rock gardens, embankments, and over walls. Attracts bees and other pollinators.

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Genista tinctoria 'Humifusa'

Dyer's broom

Low-growing dyer's broom with fine, fresh green leaves. Forms a dense, creeping carpet. Blooms profusely with bright yellow flowers in summer. Prefers full sun and well-drained, dry soil. Ideal for rock gardens, embankments, and over walls. Attracts bees and other pollinators.

botanical information

  • Botanical name: Genista tinctoria 'Humifusa'
  • Genus: Genista
  • Family: Fabaceae
  • Other names: verfbrem - Dyer's broom
  • origin mountains: Caucasus

Features

height: 10-20 cm
flowering: June - July
color: sulfur yellow, yellow
leaf color: green
habit: creeping
growth: medium
level: easy
light: full sun, sunny, morning sun, evening sun
moisture: dry, average
soil texture: pervious, light
organic matter: normal
winter zone: 6 [-20°C]
density: 3 - 5

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