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Canary Broom (Genista canariensis)

Genista canariensis, commonly known as Canary Broom, is an evergreen shrub from the Canary Islands, celebrated for its vibrant yellow flowers and lush foliage.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed monthly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight for best flowering.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C.

Can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed monthly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Avoid over-fertilization.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-2 m

Spread

1-2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Synonyms
Avornela canariensis (L.) Raf.
Cytisus canariensis (L.) Kuntze
Cytisus hillebrandtii (Christ) Briq.
Cytisus paniculatus Loisel.
Cytisus philippii Lindl.
Cytisus ramosissimus Poir.
Cytisus rhodopnoa (Webb & Berthel.) Schouw
Genista discolor Webb ex Lowe
Genista hillebrandii Christ
Genista paniculata (Loisel.) A.Braun & Asch.
Genista philippii Lindl.
Genista rhodopnoa Webb & Berthel.
Spartium albicans Cav.
Spartium terminale Salisb.
Telinaria canariensis (L.) C.Presl
Telinaria ramosissima C.Presl
Teline canariensis (L.) Webb & Berthel.
Teline hillebrandii (Christ) G.Kunkel
Teline ramosissima (Poir.) Webb & Berthel.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFabales
  • familyFabaceae
  • genusGenista
  • speciesGenista canariensis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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