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Lena Scotch Broom

Cytisus 'Lena'

 

 
Lena Scotch Broom (Cytisus 'Lena') at Sabellico Greenhouses

Lena Scotch Broom flowers

Lena Scotch Broom flowers

(Photo courtesy of NetPS Plant Finder)

Lena Scotch Broom (Cytisus 'Lena') at Sabellico Greenhouses

Lena Scotch Broom flowers

Lena Scotch Broom flowers

(Photo courtesy of NetPS Plant Finder)

Lena Scotch Broom (Cytisus 'Lena') at Sabellico Greenhouses

Lena Scotch Broom in bloom

Lena Scotch Broom in bloom

(Photo courtesy of NetPS Plant Finder)

Height:  5 feet

Spread:  5 feet

Sunlight:  full sun 

Hardiness Zone:  4b

Description:

A high quality flowering shrub for difficult places with dry, infertile soil, excellent for use in massing; bright orange-yellow flowers in spring in a densely branched, twiggy mound; best used in specific landscape situations

Ornamental Features

Lena Scotch Broom is blanketed in stunning red pea-like flowers with orange overtones and yellow centers along the branches from mid to late spring. It has emerald green deciduous foliage. The grassy leaves do not develop any appreciable fall color. The smooth bark and lime green branches add an interesting dimension to the landscape.

Landscape Attributes

Lena Scotch Broom is an open multi-stemmed deciduous shrub with a shapely form and gracefully arching branches. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other landscape plants with less refined foliage.

This is a high maintenance shrub that will require regular care and upkeep, and is best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. It has no significant negative characteristics.

Lena Scotch Broom is recommended for the following landscape applications;

  • Mass Planting
  • Hedges/Screening
  • General Garden Use

Planting & Growing

Lena Scotch Broom will grow to be about 5 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 5 feet. It tends to fill out right to the ground and therefore doesn't necessarily require facer plants in front, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 20 years.

This shrub should only be grown in full sunlight. It prefers dry to average moisture levels with very well-drained soil, and will often die in standing water. It is considered to be drought-tolerant, and thus makes an ideal choice for xeriscaping or the moisture-conserving landscape. It is particular about its soil conditions, with a strong preference for clay, alkaline soils, and is able to handle environmental salt. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. This particular variety is an interspecific hybrid.

 
 
Hardiness Zone Plant Height Minimum Sunlight Soil pH Preference
Characteristics
Massing  Screening  Garden 
Applications
Flowers  Texture  Bark  Winter Value 
Ornamental Features
This Plant Finder tool is an online resource representing many of the varieties that we carry over the course of the season, and is intended for informational purposes only. Inventory varies seasonally, so we cannot guarantee that every plant will be in stock at all times - please contact the store directly for current availability. It does not include our entire selection of plants, so be sure to visit our store to see varieties that may not be represented on this list.

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