western gorse
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a finely spiny evergreen shrub 1-2m in height, with pea-like yellow flowers 1.2cm in length, in summer and autumn
Scientific classification
- Species
- western gorse (Ulex gallii)
- Genus
- Ulex
- Family
- Fabaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Height
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of western gorse
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of western gorse
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western gorse care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningShorten flowered shoots to about 1.5–2.5 cm from the previous year's growth. If flowering is on last year's growth, prune after flowering; if on current-year growth, prune the following early to mid-spring.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings
Growing
GrowingGrow in poor sandy soil in full sun. Will become leggy in rich soils
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus in gardens where it is present but insufficient data to determine degree of susceptibility
Pests
Generally pest-free
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