
Light Needs

Mature Height

Mature Spread

Growing Zones
Cytisus scoparius 'Moonlight' is a tough shrub that can brighten challenging landscape sites. Commonly known as moonlight Scotch Broom, it is smothered in buttery yellow pea-like flowers in the spring. The flowers are delicately fragrant and attractive to pollinators. The tiny emerald leaves are shimmery and semi-evergreen in warmer climates. This shrub is compact and easy to grow.
This is a multi-stemmed deciduous shrub with arching branches and a mounding shape. It will grow to 5 - 8 feet high and 4 - 5 feet wide. It tolerates poor soil, dry conditions, urban pollution, and salt spray. Deer don’t usually bother with it. ‘Moonlight’ appears to be sterile and will not spread like the species plant. Use this workhorse in a mixed border, uniform hedge, or as an accent plant.
Moonlight Scotch Broom Care
Grow this shrub in plenty of sunlight, with at least 6 hours of direct sun. It requires well-drained soil and will die in standing water. It is not particular about soil conditions and can handle clay, sandy, and infertile sites. Water it weekly or more during the first summer until its roots establish. It will become drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping.
Prune after blooming in the spring by removing dead and damaged branches. You can also cut the oldest stems to the ground, but do not remove more than one-third of the volume. This thinning helps to improve air circulation and promote fresh, healthy growth.
Moonlight Scotch Broom Spacing
For planting a uniform hedge, space these shrubs approximately 4 feet apart on center. Increase the distance if a gap between plants is desired. This shrub does not perform well in containers.
Moonlight Scotch Broom Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8 |
Plant Type: |
Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
Mature Height: 5 - 8 Feet |
Mature Spread: 4 - 5 Feet |
Spacing: 4 - 5 Feet |
Habit: Upright |
Flower Color(s): Yellow |
Flower Description: |
Bloom Period: Mid-May |
Foliage Type: Deciduous |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Foliage Description: |
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering |
Watering: Low |
Resists: Deer |
Tolerates: Drought |
Attracts: Bees, Butterflies |
Container Role: |
Uses: Borders, Hedges & Privacy, Mass Planting, Wildlife Gardens |
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Low Maintenance |
Brand: |
Common Name: Moonlight Scotchbroom |
Other Name(s): |
Scientific Name: CYTISUS SCOPARIUS `MOONLIGHT` |
- SKU:
- 1231001357-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.

Quart Pot
Also Known 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
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

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

#2 Pot
Also Known 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
Also Known 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

#5 Pot
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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Pre-Ordered Plants
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
---|---|
Zone 10 | March 24th |
Zone 9 | March 31st |
Zone 8 | April 7th |
Zone 7 | April 14th |
Zone 6b | April 21st |
Zone 6a | April 28th |
Zone 5b | May 5th |
Zone 5a | May 12th |
Zone 4 | May 19th |
Zone 3 | May 26th |
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