Trees & shrubs
All 24 trees & shrubsCytisus scoparius
Also called English Broom
Cytisus scoparius is an erect shrub to 2m high with long dark green angular branches and small inconspicious leaves. Large pea shaped flowers in Oct to Nov. Can produce thousands of hard seed lasting up to 80 years in the soil.
Small seedlings can be removed by hand. Larger plants can be pulled out if soil is soft.
From SGLN’s 2017 weed guide.
September to December from flowering while it is actively growing. Spray with Grazon (ACUP required) or Tordon 75D. Always check the herbicide label before use.
These notes are from 2017, and some information, particularly herbicide information, may be out of date. Please ask local suppliers and do your own research in selecting herbicides if choosing chemical control.
Family, origin, type, plant instead, control methods and the note above are from SGLN’s pocket guide Common weeds of South Gippsland (2026).
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