Water
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Ensure good drainage to promote healthy root development.
Spanish Broom (Chamaecytisus albus) is an upright, deciduous shrub native to the Iberian Peninsula, featuring masses of white pea-like flowers.
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 optimal flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season; can tolerate light frost.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring; avoid overfeeding.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Ensure good drainage to promote healthy root development.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and size. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can encourage bushier growth. Avoid heavy pruning into old wood, as it may not regrow.
Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings taken in summer. Root cuttings in a well-draining compost mix. Alternatively, sow seeds in autumn or spring. Germination can be improved by scarifying the seed coat.
Repot young plants annually in spring. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years or when root-bound. Use a well-draining compost. Avoid disturbing the roots excessively.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Spanish Broom (Chamaecytisus albus)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Chamaecytisus |
| Species | Chamaecytisus albus |
Similar in genus Chamaecytisus
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