Overview
Cytisus aeolicus is a matforming shrubs in the genus Cytisus, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Cytisus aeolicus grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, rock garden, city and courtyard gardens, coastal, banks and slopes and flower borders and beds.
About
Cytisus aeolicus, the Aeolian broom, is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to three of the Aeolian Islands; Vulcano, Lipari, and Stromboli.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cytisus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Cytisus aeolicus size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Rock garden, City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Banks and slopes, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cytisus aeolicus
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or early autumn, Hardwood cuttings in midwinter
- Pest resistance
- Broom gall mites
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cytisus aeolicus?
Cytisus aeolicus prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Cytisus aeolicus need?
Cytisus aeolicus grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Cytisus aeolicus hardy in the UK?
Cytisus aeolicus has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Cytisus aeolicus?
Semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or early autumn, Hardwood cuttings in midwinter.
