Overview
Cytisus purpureus 'Erectus' is a matforming shrubs in the genus Cytisus, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Cytisus purpureus 'Erectus' 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
Chamaecytisus purpureus, the purple broom, is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the southern and southeastern Alps and the Dinaric Alps down to northern Albania, and it has been introduced to various locales in Europe and the Caucasus.
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 purpureus 'Erectus' 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 purpureus 'Erectus'
- 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 purpureus 'Erectus'?
Cytisus purpureus 'Erectus' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Cytisus purpureus 'Erectus' need?
Cytisus purpureus 'Erectus' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Cytisus purpureus 'Erectus' hardy in the UK?
Cytisus purpureus 'Erectus' 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 purpureus 'Erectus'?
Semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or early autumn, Hardwood cuttings in midwinter.
