Sweet Broom (Genista stenopetala)
Brighten your space with the Sweet Broom (Genista stenopetala), a delightful flowering plant known for its abundant, sweet-smelling yellow blooms that appear each spring. This plant thrives in full sun and cool night temperatures, making it ideal for those seeking a fragrant addition to their home or garden. It can be cultivated as a shrub or trained into a standard form, offering versatility in its display. Arriving in a 2.5" pot, the Sweet Broom promises profuse blooms and a lovely floral fragrance.
$14.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2237
/ 2609
#2237 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-62%
Below average
Pot Size
2.5
/ inches
Who it's for
- Intense Fragrance and Color
- Drought Tolerance
- Rapid Establishment
Who should skip it
- Toxicity Concern
- Potential for Invasiveness
- Woody Growth Habit
Key Specs
Pot Size
2.5 inches
Sun Requirements
Full Sun
Bloom Season
Spring
Hardiness Zone
10
Grows To
2-3 feet
Minimum Indoor Temperatures
35°F
SKU
R1286-2
Mature Height
36 inches
Features
- Sweetly fragrant yellow flowers
- Profuse spring blooms
- Ideal for cool nights
- Grows as shrub or standard
- Thrives in full sun
- Easy care level
- Moderate watering needs
What customers say
Gardeners highly value the Sweet Broom for its spectacular visual impact and robust nature. The plant delivers a stunning splash of bright yellow blooms early in spring, often accompanied by a pleasant, subtle fragrance. Its resilience is a major draw; once established, it thrives in poor, sandy, or rocky soils, making it excellent for low maintenance landscaping. However, initial establishment can be challenging for some buyers, requiring careful watering during the first year. Experienced gardeners also note its aggressive growth and potential for self seeding. Overall, the consensus is that this is a high reward plant, provided new owners manage its vigorous nature and initial care requirements effectively.
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