![]() ![]() Horticulturists loved the flowers, land developers loved that it held soil and runoff well, and both created a problem that today’s generations have to solve. Scotch broom comes from Europe, and in many other places it’s regarded as a noxious weed. However, wisdom and knowledge sometimes don’t come out over the top in the battle for common sense… the name people use most is “Scotch broom”, by far! Scotch broom origin and invasiveness Scotch is a contraction of “Scottish”, and is widely used to refer the fine alcoholic drink in the whisky family. Is it Scotch broom? Scot’s broom? Well, both actually! The more correct term is “Scot’s broom”, as in, broom of the Scottish people. It’s a hardy plant, down to 10 or 20 degrees below freezing. As long as it rains occasionally to rinse excess salt out, it can even grow very near the seashore. Wispy branches help it cope with hurricane-force winds. Like gorse and French broom, this particular species is very resistant to seaside environments. ![]() However, you might not even notice it because young seedlings quickly weave their way through their parent’s branches and take over. Usually, Scotch broom will die out after 5 years. This shrub is definitely among the shortest-lived ones. This makes Spring a wonderful sight, since the entire bush is covered with yellow blooms! It lasts three or more weeks, too. Scotch broom flowers appear before its leaves. In that case, water often but make sure soil drains very well.
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