Photo of Cytisus 'Burkwoodii' flower by Karl Gercens III

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Cytisus 'Burkwoodii'

Also Known As

  • Cytisus scoparius 'Burkwoodii'
  • Burkwoodii Common Broom
  • Burkwoodii Scotch Broom

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 5'-6'
  • W: 6'

planting zones

  • 6a-8b

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Cytisus 'Burkwoodii' plant details

Cytisus 'Burkwoodii' is a fast-growing broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in acidic, average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cytisus 'Burkwoodii'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: showy, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cytisus 'Burkwoodii'

USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

STERILE according to several sources. Beautiful garnet red flowers with brownish wing petals narrowly margined in gold on this lovely selection. A vigorous grower. Cut back after flowering to prevent seed production, so the plant can put all of it's energy into the plant rather than the offspring! Like all brooms, good for difficult sites. Expect winter damage, dying back to the ground in colder areas, but they usually recover fine if the soil is well-drained. Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Botanical Society.

By: Lazy S'S Farm Nursery

Gardening facts about Cytisus 'Burkwoodii' plant

How to Grow Cytisus 'Burkwoodii'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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