Ulex europaeus
GORSE
Fabaceae-Faboideae

 
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Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 6-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: high wind, second line salt wind, heavy frost
2.5m
Plant habit
 
2m

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Origins: Europe-W Russia

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Ulex europaeus
GORSE
Fabaceae-Faboideae

 

  Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 6-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: high wind, second line salt wind, heavy frost
2.5m
Plant habit
 
2m

FEATURES

Flowers: moderately fragrant flowers in yellow

Flowering Time: early spring to late spring


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, dry style & cottage designs

Uses: formal screen, informal screen, formal hedge, border

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average



HAZARDS

Weed Potential: yes






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