Carmichaelia stevensonii
weeping broom
A bunch of dead twigs when young but ultimately develops into a small, weeping tree to about 4m with cascading, green but mostly leafless, cord-like branches. Short, hanging sprays of pale purple pea flowers are produced in mid-summer
Size
Ultimate height
2.5–4 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
2.5–4 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | Purple | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Pendulous weeping
- Genus
Carmichaelia are broom-like deciduous shrubs, mostly with flattened green stems, usually leafless when mature, bearing profuse, small, often fragrant pea-like flowers in summer
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- New Zealand
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in humus-rich, well-drained but not too dry soil in a sunny position with shelter from cold wind and severe frost
Propagation
Propagate by seed sown in a coldframe in autumn, or sow seed that has been scarified or pre-soaked in hot water, in spring. Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Coastal
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wall side borders
Pruning
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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