Genista germanica (German broom) — Bushy, Matforming

Overview

Genista germanica is a bushy, matforming shrubs in the genus Genista, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Genista germanica grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal, cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, rock garden, banks and slopes and flower borders and beds.

About

Genista germanica, commonly known as German broom, is a deciduous shrub belonging to the Fabaceae family. It has a bushy, matforming habit and thrives in full sun with well-drained, neutral loam soil. This cultivar is suitable for a variety of garden settings including city and courtyard gardens, coastal areas, gravel and rock gardens, as well as flower borders and banks. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is best planted in sun or part shade, with interest during spring and summer.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Genista

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Genista germanica size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrubs
Habit: Bushy, Matforming
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Rock garden, Banks and slopes, Flower borders and beds