Dyer's broom

Dyer's broom prefers a somewhat dry environment and should be watered sparingly. In general, the soil should be allowed to dry out slightly between waterings. During its active growth period during the summer months, water the plant thoroughly once a week. In the winter months, reduce the frequency of watering to every 10-14 days. The soil should not be too wet or too dry as both extremes can cause stress for the plant. It is important to monitor the soil moisture as it may be necessary to water more or less frequently depending on the environment, such as drying winds or extreme heat.

Dyer's broom (Genista tinctoria) does best in an environment with full sunlight. This plant species needs at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight to thrive and develop its characteristic yellow-orange blooms. To ensure ample sunlight, the plant should be placed in a sunny location that is not shaded by tree canopies or other structures. Additionally, the plant should be rotated every few days to ensure all areas of the plant receive an adequate level of light. During the peak months of summer, the plant should receive full sunlight during the late morning and early afternoon, offering shade in the hottest part of the day to prevent sunburn. As the summer months progress, the plant should be given full, direct sunlight throughout the day. During the winter months, the sun exposure should be reduced to several hours per day, which should be enough to sustain it through the cold weather.

Dyer’s broom is a low maintenance shrub that benefits from pruning to maintain a tidy shape. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to remove the stems that have grown too long. Make sure to prune back only the longest stems, leaving the short ones for this species. All stems should be cut to the ground, not leaving any stubs. Pruning Dyer’s broom encourages lots of new foliage to form with beautiful yellow flowers.