Yellow Broom (Retama Sphaerocarpa) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Retama sphaerocarpa is an upright, deciduous shrub native to the Iberian Peninsula and North Africa, known for its flexible stems and deep root system.

Yellow Broom

Yellow Broom

Retama Sphaerocarpa

Retama sphaerocarpa is an upright, deciduous shrub native to the Iberian Peninsula and North Africa, known for its flexible stems and deep root system.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:erosion control, nitrogen fixer, ornamental shrub

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Yellow Broom

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Retama
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