Sessile-leaved Broom (Cytisophyllum Sessilifolium) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cytisophyllum sessilifolium is a species of flowering shrub in the legume family Fabaceae, native to parts of Southern Europe.

Sessile-leaved Broom

Sessile-leaved Broom

Cytisophyllum Sessilifolium

Cytisophyllum sessilifolium is a species of flowering shrub in the legume family Fabaceae, native to parts of Southern Europe.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
6-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractor, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Sessile-leaved 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.

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Sessile-leaved Broom
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Cytisophyllum