New Zealand Common Broom (Carmichaelia Australis) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Carmichaelia australis is a native New Zealand shrub from the Fabaceae family, known for its flattened green twigs and lavender flowers in spring and summer.

New Zealand Common Broom

New Zealand Common Broom

Carmichaelia Australis

Carmichaelia australis is a native New Zealand shrub from the Fabaceae family, known for its flattened green twigs and lavender flowers in spring and summer.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, habitat plant, ornamental shrub

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for New Zealand Common Broom

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Carmichaelia