Overview
Genista pilosa 'Procumbens' is a matforming shrubs in the genus Genista, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 5-10 years. Genista pilosa 'Procumbens' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock garden, gravel garden and ground cover. It is native to Belgium, Flemish Region, Walloon Region, Flanders and Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.
About
Genista pilosa 'Procumbens' is a matforming shrub cultivar of the Genista genus, commonly known as creeping broom. It is a deciduous plant that typically grows to a height of 0.1 to 0.5 metres with a spread of 0.5 to 1 metre, reaching full size within 5 to 10 years. This cultivar thrives in full sun and is suitable for south- or west-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. It prefers well-drained soils including chalk, loam, and sand, and can grow in acid, alkaline, or neutral pH. Its main seasons of interest are spring and summer.
About the genus
Genista is a genus of flowering plants in the legume family Fabaceae, native to open habitats such as moorland and pasture in Europe and western Asia. They include species commonly called broom, though the term may also refer to other genera, including Cytisus and Chamaecytisus. Brooms in other genera are sometimes considered synonymous with Genista: Echinospartum, Retama, Spartium, Stauracanthus, and Ulex.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Genista
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Genista pilosa 'Procumbens' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.5-1 metres
- Time to full height
- 5-10 years
- Suggested uses
- Rock garden, Gravel garden, Ground cover
- Native to
- Belgium, Flemish Region, Walloon Region, Flanders, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Genista pilosa 'Procumbens'
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings, Hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Broom gall mites
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Genista pilosa 'Procumbens'?
Genista pilosa 'Procumbens' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Genista pilosa 'Procumbens' need?
Genista pilosa 'Procumbens' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How big does Genista pilosa 'Procumbens' grow?
Genista pilosa 'Procumbens' reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.5-1 metres. It takes around 5-10 years to reach full size.
Is Genista pilosa 'Procumbens' hardy in the UK?
Genista pilosa 'Procumbens' 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 Genista pilosa 'Procumbens'?
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings, Hardwood cuttings.
