Shrub

Cytisus ‘White Lion’

Broom 'White Lion'
Hardiness H5

Pure white pea-shaped flowers cover the upright and arching stems of Cytisus ‘White Lion’ in late spring. Reaching around 1.5 metres, this hardy drought-resistant broom suits sunny borders, gravel gardens, coastal planting and poor, freely draining soil.

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Size
Max Height
1.0 m — 1.5 m
Max Spread
1.0 m — 1.5 m
Growth Habit
Densely branched plant with compact, leafy, rounded overall shape.
Planting Position
Sunlight Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Full Sun
Aspect Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
South West
Exposure Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Exposed / Sheltered
Hardiness Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
(−15 to −10 °C) Cold-hardy
Ideal Soil Conditions
Soil Type Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Chalk Loam Sand
Soil Moisture Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Free draining
Soil pH Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Acid Alkaline Neutral
Plant Uses & Merits
Uses
  • Coastal Areas
  • Flower Borders
  • Against Wall
Merits
  • Drought Resistant

Cytisus ‘White Lion’ Description

Cytisus ‘White Lion’ forms a bushy deciduous shrub with upright to arching green stems and small deep green leaves divided into three leaflets. Masses of pure white pea-like flowers line the branches in late spring and early summer, bringing light to sunny planting and attracting pollinating insects. Mature plants reach approximately 1 to 1.5 metres high and wide. Grow in full sun in poor to moderately fertile, well-drained neutral or slightly acidic soil. It is hardy, drought resistant and suitable for exposed and coastal Irish gardens, but it dislikes heavy, waterlogged ground. Plant while young because established brooms resent transplanting. Prune lightly after flowering and never cut deeply into old wood. The plant is harmful if eaten.

Planting Guide for Cytisus ‘White Lion’

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Care guide for Cytisus ‘White Lion’

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Uses for Cytisus ‘White Lion’ & Garden Styles it suits

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