Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in winter to prevent root rot.

Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions, especially for potted plants. Overwatering is more detrimental than slight underwatering.

Prune after flowering to shape the plant and remove any dead or straggly stems. Light pruning can encourage bushier growth. Avoid heavy pruning into old wood, as Genista species may not regrow well from such cuts.

Regular light trims maintain a tidy appearance.

Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Root cuttings in a well-draining compost mix, keeping them in a warm, humid environment.

Germinating seeds is also possible, but may require a period of cold stratification. Cuttings are generally more reliable for maintaining parent plant characteristics.

Repot young plants annually in spring, and mature plants every 2-3 years, or when root-bound. Use a sandy, well-draining potting mix. Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.

Repotting is best done just before the start of the growing season to minimize transplant shock.