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Burkwood Scotch Broom

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  • Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 3 - 6 Feet
  • Mature Spread 3 - 6 Feet
  • Growing Zones 5 - 8

Burkwood Scotch Broom, or Cytisus scoparius Burkwoodii, is a dense, multi-stemmed deciduous shrub with small oval leaves, and masses of vivid-green, angular, wand-like stems reaching heights of 3 to 6 feet tall with an equal spread. These stems erupt in mid-May with fragrant, floriferous, sweet-pea shaped blooms that are deep red with lighter pink keels, just touched with edges of bright yellow. These incredible sprays are a fantastic addition to cut flower arrangements and bouquets, and these twiggy mounds are a great edition to any landscape or garden. 

Native to Europe, the Burkwood Scotch Broom is an aggressive, open, upright grower with sweeping, broom-like branches. It is deer and rabbit resistant, and can tolerate windy and salty seashore climates and conditions. Bees and other critical pollinators will flock to the Burkwood Scotch Broom in spades. This plant will fill out all the way to the ground and does not require facer plants in front. It self-seeds with ease, so if you want a single specimen, be prepared to prune it just after it has finished flowering.    

Burkwood Scotch Broom Care

Burkwood Scotch Broom can thrive in many types of soils, and is highly tolerant of poor soil. It is drought tolerant and excels in areas with good drainage. It prefers areas with full sun, and will suffer in partial sun or dappled shade. Water new Burkwood Scotch Broom plants weekly until they are established. They should not require fertilization. 

It is best to prune your Burkwood Scotch Broom after it has finished flowering for the season to encourage optimal flowering in the coming season and lessen the production of seed pods. 

Burkwood Scotch Broom Spacing

Burkwood Scotch Broom can be planted as a single specimen, or en masse in large containers or borders. It makes a beautiful and unique informal hedge, and works well planted on slopes and steep banks. Its drought tolerance makes it ideal for xeriscaping and planting in areas with limited water resources. It should be planted 4 to 6 feet apart from center to center.

Burkwood Scotch Broom Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8
Plant Type:
Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 3 - 6 Feet
Mature Spread: 3 - 6 Feet
Spacing: 3 - 6 Feet
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): Red
Flower Description:
Bloom Period: Mid-May
Foliage Type: Deciduous, Herbaceous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: Deer
Tolerates: Drought, Salt
Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Mass Planting, Wildlife Gardens
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Fragrant
Brand:
Common Name: Burkwood Scotchbroom
Other Name(s):
Scientific Name: CYTISUS SCOPARIUS `BURKWOODII`
SKU:
1231001054-pc

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

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Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

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Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.