5 alternatives to invasive Scotch and French broom
Native alternatives exist to plant instead of invasive Scotch or French broom. They’re even more beautiful, if you consider that planting them restores habitats and
French broom
French broom is certainly among the most prolific spring blooming shrubs. It’s invasive in some parts of the planet, though.
Cytisus broom shrubs, a sweeping flush of yellow, white & more!
Cytisus is a fantastic flowering shrub, instantly recognizable thanks to its flush of upright, blooming branches.
Setting up a flowered hedge
Hedges protect us from prying eyes, create intimacy, break the wind and protect our gardens. Flowered hedges boast many advantages and can even become truly ornamental.
French broom, a treacherous and invasive beauty
Horticulturists love its yellow blooming, but French broom (Genista monspessulana) is actually invasive in many countries. It’s a dangerous fire hazard, too!
French broom, a superb flower shrub
French broom is a fantastic shrub with yellow flowers that blooms in spring.
Spring blooming shrubs
Wonderful at the beginning of spring, these shrubs are among the first to celebrate spring in our gardens, balconies and terraces with their beautiful flowers. They are often major players in our mixed hedges and shrub beds
Scotch laburnum, magnificent yellow bunches
Scotch laburnum is a small tree or shrub that is incredibly flower-bearing, hardy and easy to care for.
