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Broom

SpeciesCytisus scoparius

Also called English Broom, common broom, Scotch broom, Scots broom

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Photo: Danny S. · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Fact sheet

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Typeshrub

“Broom is a deciduous to semi-evergreen shrub” — How to Grow Broom — LizPlants

Days to germination6–10 days

from Fabaceae · “Seeds generally germinate in soil temperatures between 60 and 80°F, with germination time ranging from 6 to 10 days, depending on the temperature” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Germination temperature65–70 °F

“Keep the tray at 65 to 70°F in bright light;” — Is Broom Toxic to Cats or Dogs? Care Guide | KeyBlossom

Lightfull sun

“Full sun is essential for best flowering and compact growth.” — Is Broom Toxic to Cats or Dogs? Care Guide | KeyBlossom

WaterModerate watering during establishment (first year); drought-tolerant once established. Water sparingly in summer and fall to encourage flowering. Avoid waterlogged conditions.

“Watering, feeding, and pest-watch reminders.” — How to Grow Broom — LizPlants

Soil pH5.5–7

“Prefers well-draining, sandy or loamy soil with a pH between 5.5 and 7.0.” — Is Broom Toxic to Cats or Dogs? Care Guide | KeyBlossom

Hardiness zones5-9

“Thrives in zones 5-9” — How to Grow Broom — LizPlants

Spacing36 in

“Spacing: 36 inches” — How to Grow Broom — LizPlants

Height60–96 in

“Mature size 5 to 8 feet tall, 4 to 6 feet wide” — Is Broom Toxic to Cats or Dogs? Care Guide | KeyBlossom

Propagationseed

“seeds should be surface-sown with light covering” — How to Grow Broom — LizPlants

Ready whentender and have reached the appropriate size for the variety

from Fabaceae · “Harvest when pods are tender and have reached the appropriate size for the variety” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Edible partsstraight from the pod

from Fabaceae · “Fresh beans can be eaten straight from the pod (think green beans)” — 29 Types of Beans Every Home Cook Should Know In 2026

Toxicitytoxic to cats and dogs if eaten

“Broom is toxic to cats and dogs if eaten, so keep it out of reach of pets and children.” — Is Broom Toxic to Cats or Dogs? Care Guide | KeyBlossom

IndoorsProvide bright, indirect light. Harden off before transplanting outdoors.

“Provide bright, indirect light” — How to Grow Broom — LizPlants

Pestsaphids, spider mites

“Monitor for pests such as aphids and spider mites” — Broom Plant Care: Light, Water & More! – Junglistan

Diseasesroot rot

“Root rot (Phytophthora spp.)” — How to Grow Broom — LizPlants

Keep away fromplants requiring rich, moist soils, nitrogen-loving plants

“Avoid planting near: Plants requiring rich, moist soils” — How to Grow Broom — LizPlants

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