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SISTER DISCO®

Scotch Broom

Cytisus scoparius

'SMNCSCRY'

PP#30,186

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Yellow flowers with red throats on Sister Disco Cytisus "} Close up of yellow and red Sister Disco Cytisus blooms
  • Unique color
  • Drought tolerant
  • Deer resistant
Description

Dazzling spring color!

Sister Disco® cytisus celebrates spring with vibrant yellow and red flowers. Though its coloration is similar to ‘Madame Butterfly,’ it offers a semi-dwarf habit that makes it much more landscape-friendly. An ideal companion to tulips and daffodils!

USDA Zone
5 - 8 (-20°F/-28°C)
Exposure
Full sun
Height
1 - 3'
Width
1 - 3'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Spring
Flower Color
Yellow, Red
Foliage Color
Green
Liner Sizes
2 1/4", 4", Quick Turn

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.

  • Benchcard: Sister Disco® Cytisus
  • Tag: Sister Disco® Cytisus
  • Grower Sheet: Sister Disco® Cytisus
  • Spec Sheet: Sister series of Cytisus spec sheet

    • Features: Compact, Deer resistant, Drought tolerant

    Filters: Botanical genus: Cytisus , Common name: Scotch Broom, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Spring, Yellow flowers, Red flowers, Green foliage

    Features: Compact, Deer resistant, Drought tolerant

    Filters: Botanical genus: Cytisus , Common name: Scotch Broom, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Spring, Yellow flowers, Red flowers, Green foliage