Sister Redhead
Cytisus scoparius 'Sister Redhead'
In growth
JFMAMJJASOND
In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 3-4 ft |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 600+ hours |
| Life expectancy | 5-10 years |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Planted | 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Low |
| Soil type | Sandy, well-draining |
| Soil pH | 5.5 - 6.5 |
| Zones | 5-8 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Elliptic (Oval tapering ends) |
| Foliage colour | Green |
| Bloom | Red |
| Fruit | Pod |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Taproot Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Coarse Roots (> 2 mm) |
| Function | Transport Roots (Higher Orders) |
| Propagation | Semi-hardwood cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic |
| Edibility | Toxic |
| Companions | Lavender, Juniper, Sedum |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Drought tolerant once established. Requires good drainage.
Maintenance
Prune lightly after bloom to shape. Dislikes hard pruning.
Cleanup
Clean around base in fall.
Notes
Fixes nitrogen in the soil.