Scotch broom

(Cytisus scoparius)

August 1996

DESCRIPTION:

Needle-like leaflets (1/3" long) run along long rigid green slender stems.

COLORS:

Dark Green

AVAILABILITY:

August to April

FRAGRANT?

No

USES IN ARRANGEMENT:

Main lines

SELECTION GUIDE:

Look for good dark green color. Center of stem should be white.

RECOMMENDED FOR HOME CULTURE?

Yes

HOME CULTURE NOTES:

Easy to grow in poor soil. Often seen along the highway on banks.

PROPOGATION:

Seeds, green wood cuttings

CARE:

Before arranging, recut stems, remove foliage that will be under water & put in mix of warm water & floral preservative for a few hours or overnight. Place arrangement away from direct sunlight, heat vents, air conditioners and drafts. Water and remove dying blooms and foliage daily. To prolong vase life, every 4 - 5 days, recut stems & clean container thoroughly. Rearrange remaining flowers, adding mixture of warm water & floral preservative to your "new" arrangement. Floral preservative is recommended and is available commercially.

This material was developed by Carol Ness as part of the Interactive Design and Development Project funded by the Kellogg Foundation. Mary Miller, Project Director. Diane Relf, Content Specialist, Horticulture. Copyright 1989 by VCE.

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