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Hairy Thorny Broom (Calicotome villosa)

Calicotome villosa, the Hairy Thorny Broom, is a spiny shrub from the Mediterranean, celebrated for its vibrant yellow spring flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun for best flowering and growth.

Watering

Water moderately during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-drained soil is essential. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and poor soils.

Temperature

Thrives in mild to warm temperatures, with a preferred range of 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced, low-nitrogen feed.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun for best flowering and growth.

Water

Water moderately during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-drained soil is essential. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and poor soils.

Temperature

Thrives in mild to warm temperatures, with a preferred range of 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced, low-nitrogen feed.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-2 m

Spread

1-2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Synonyms
Calicotome cretica C.Presl
Cytisus lanigerus DC.
Cytisus preslii Nyman
Genista lanigera (DC.) Scheele
Laburnum lanigerum J.Presl
Lygoplis villosum (Poir.) Raf.
Spartium villosum Poir.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFabales
  • familyFabaceae
  • genusCalicotome
  • speciesCalicotome villosa
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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