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Broom (Cytisus scoparius)

Broom

Broom

An erect, much-branched, almost leafless, deciduous shrub up to three metres tall.  It produces beautiful golden-yellow flowers in spring, followed by explosive pods.

Treatment methods

  • Dig out small plants, while minimising any soil disturbance.
  • Spray:  Grazon 6ml/L penetrant from spring to summer.
  • Stump swab:  Grazon or Escort at label rates.
  • Wick wiper:  Grazon 200/L water from spring to summer.

 

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