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‘Moonlight’

Scotch Broom

Cytisus scoparius

'Moonlight'

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Upright branches of Cytisus Moonlight covered in pale yellow flowers
  • Spring color
  • Drought tolerant
  • Deer resistant
Description

Masses of moonlight yellow to creamy white flowers amongst thin, grasslike leaves give 'Moonlight' Cytisus its name, and its charm. This graceful, arching accent plant is tolerant of wind and infertile soils, and is ideal for dry and seaside conditions. This plant is not suitable in all areas; check with your local agriculture department prior to planting.

USDA Zone
5 - 8 (-20°F/-28°C)
Exposure
Full sun
Height
5 - 6'
Width
5 - 6'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Evergreen
Bloom Time
Spring
Flower Color
White
Foliage Color
Green

Soil

Thrives in rocky, dry soils - good drainage is a must.

Pruning

Prune to shape after flowering if desired. Remove oldest stems periodically to encourage new growth, which flowers most prolifically.

Uses

Specimen; container gardens; mixed borders.

Growing Tips

Cytisus is highly deer resistant and thrives best in dry, sunny conditions. We do not recommend it for the Northwest.

Features: Drought tolerant, Fragrant, Deer resistant, Salt tolerant, Heat tolerant

Filters: Botanical genus: Cytisus, Common name: Scotch Broom, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Spring, White flowers, Green foliage

Features: Drought tolerant, Fragrant, Deer resistant, Salt tolerant, Heat tolerant

Filters: Botanical genus: Cytisus, Common name: Scotch Broom, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Spring, White flowers, Green foliage