Pineapple Broom
Argyrocytisus battandieri
Also known as
Moroccan broom, Broom
Argyrocytisus battandieri, Wisley Gardens, England 1 by 阿橋 HQ (CC BY-SA 2.0)
Full Sun
Light watering
Frost Hardy
8a
USDA zone
-12°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
4m | Max | 4m |
2.5m | Min | 2.5m |
10 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has a strong fragrance
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Pineapple Broom Overview
Argyrocytisus battandieri is a deciduous shrub species from the Fabaceae family. It forms a rounded shape and grows to a medium size. Leaves are trifoliate and coloured silver-grey, they have a lovely silky texture upon emergence. Flowers are bright yellow, pineapple scented and pea-like, borne in erect clusters up to 12cm long.
Common problems with Pineapple Broom
How to propagate Pineapple Broom
Cuttings
Seed
Seeds in the summer.
Special features of Pineapple Broom
Attractive flowers
Attractive leaves
Hedge plant
Other uses of Pineapple Broom
Banks, hedging, specimen. Summer interest. Suitable for coastal conditions.