Family: Fabaceae

Scientific Name: Genista lydia

Common Name: Lydia Broom, Lydian Broom, Lydia Woadwaxen

DescriptionA small shrub with masses of electric yellow flowers. Best grown in full sun, dry gardens.
Pronunciation(je-NIS-tah)(LIE-dee-ah)
Plant TypeAll Plants, Shrubs Deciduous
Hardiness Zone(3)4-7
Sunlightfull
Moistureaverage, dry
Soil & Sitewell drained
Temperaturelikes hot
Flowersyellow, pea-like, borne on erect racemes
Leavessimple or trifoliate, green
Dimensions1-2 by 2-3 feet, loose arching, trailing growth form
Propagationacid stratified seeds, cuttings
Native SiteEast Balkans, Syria
Author's NotesI have seen this shrub blooming on many occasions. When covered with bright yellow flowers it is stunning.
Notes & Reference#01-Manual of Woody Landscape Plants (Michael Dirr), RHS web site
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