Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as Cytisus × dallimorei prefers well-drained conditions. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage in pots.
Cytisus Dallimorei is a hybrid broom, prized for its profuse, showy blooms of yellow to orange flowers in late spring and early summer.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures. Protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced fertilizer. Avoid overfeeding.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as Cytisus × dallimorei prefers well-drained conditions. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage in pots.
Prune immediately after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness. Remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches. Avoid hard pruning into old wood, as this can result in poor regrowth.
Light shaping helps promote abundant blooms next season.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Root cuttings in a well-draining medium. Alternatively, sow seeds in autumn or early spring. Germination can be erratic, and some species may require stratification.
Grafting is also an option.
Repot young plants every 1-2 years, and mature plants as needed, typically in early spring before new growth begins. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one to avoid excess moisture retention.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Cytisus Dallimorei (Cytisus × dallimorei)
Where Cytisus Dallimorei (Cytisus × dallimorei) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Species | Cytisus × dallimorei |
Similar in genus Cytisus
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