Genista radiata (rayed-branch broom) — Bushy, Matforming

Overview

Genista radiata is a bushy, matforming shrubs in the genus Genista, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Genista radiata 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 radiata, commonly known as rayed-branch broom, is a deciduous shrub within the Fabaceae family. This bushy, matforming plant thrives in full sun and well-drained, neutral loam soils, suitable for various garden settings including city, coastal, and cottage gardens. It produces yellow pea-like flowers in spring and summer, often with a pleasant fragrance. Hardy to UK zone H5, it can be grown in both exposed and sheltered positions, favouring south, east, or west-facing aspects. Propagation is by seed or semi-ripe cuttings.

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 radiata 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