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Genista pilosa ‘Vancouver Gold’


Creeping Broom

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 7.255.100


This is a fast-growing, evergreen creeper that thrives in hot, sunny sites. Plants form a carpet of grey-green stems that almost appear to have no leaves. Bright-yellow pea flowers smother the plant in late spring. Excellent on slopes, in the rock garden or in tubs. Drought tolerant once established. Space at 2 to 4 plants per square yard. Registered with COPF: royalty required for propagation.

Further details for
Genista pilosa ‘Vancouver Gold’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Dry
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Yellow
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Evergreen
  Ground Cover
  Massed
  Specimen
Flower Head Size
  Medium
Height
   15-20 cm
   6-8 inches
Spread
   60-75 cm
   23-29 inches
Foot Traffic
   Light

Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.












Genista pilosa ‘Vancouver Gold’


Creeping Broom

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 7.255.100


This is a fast-growing, evergreen creeper that thrives in hot, sunny sites. Plants form a carpet of grey-green stems that almost appear to have no leaves. Bright-yellow pea flowers smother the plant in late spring. Excellent on slopes, in the rock garden or in tubs. Drought tolerant once established. Space at 2 to 4 plants per square yard. Registered with COPF: royalty required for propagation.

Further details for
Genista pilosa ‘Vancouver Gold’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Dry
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Yellow
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Evergreen
  Ground Cover
  Massed
  Specimen
Flower Head Size
  Medium
Height
   15-20 cm
   6-8 inches
Spread
   60-75 cm
   23-29 inches
Foot Traffic
   Light

Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.