Description
Cytisus ‘Allgold’ is a breathtaking spring-flowering shrub that is highly valued for its abundance of small, golden yellow flowers that open from bud to create a stunning display of color and fragrance. This deciduous shrub is known for its easy maintenance and beautiful appearance, making it a popular choice for gardeners of all skill levels. This shrub can grow up to 1.5 meters in height and width and is characterized by its lovely green foliage that creates a beautiful backdrop for the vibrant golden yellow flowers. It blooms from May to June, making it an ideal choice for adding a bold splash of early color to mixed borders or weaving through a gravel garden. Cytisus ‘Allgold’ prefers fertile, well-drained, neutral to acidic soil and full sun. Once established, it becomes drought-resistant, making it a great choice for gardens and landscapes with varying growing conditions. Overall, Cytisus ‘Allgold’ is a stunning and versatile shrub that is sure to enhance the beauty and elegance of any garden or landscape. Its vibrant golden yellow flowers, easy maintenance, and hardiness make it an excellent choice for anyone looking to add a touch of beauty and life to their outdoor space.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Broom ‘Allgold’
- Hardiness:Fully hardy
- How big will I get? Cytisus praecox ‘Allgold’ can grow to a height of 1.2m and a spread of 1.2m.
- Did You Know That:The use of branches from genera known as broom is what gives the sweeping tool broom its name.
Plant Calendar
A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Cytisus praecox ‘Allgold’ prefers soil with good drainage and does not tolerate standing water. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.
Best Position
Cytisus praecox ‘Allgold’ can handle either an exposed or a sheltered position and requires full sun to thrive, this consists of more than six hours of direct sunshine per day.
Maintenance
Cytisus praecox ‘Allgold’ should be cut back after it finishes flowering will promote growth the following year by redirecting energy from seed production and foliage maintenance to root growth. However try to avoid cutting into old wood.
Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Cytisus praecox ‘Allgold’ can have problems with gall mites, and it tends not to have problems with diseases. It is considered to be toxic.