Plantory
FeaturesPricingPlantsIdentify PlantBlogDocs
Plantory
FeaturesPlantsIdentify PlantGarden PlannerDocsAboutPrivacy PolicyTerms of Service

© 2026 Plantory. All rights reserved.

Plant data provided by Trefle.io and Perenual

HomePlant EncyclopediaGenista

Genista

Genista taurica

Fabaceae
Shrub
Ornamental
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Genista taurica is an ornamental shrub from the Fabaceae family that prefers full sun and low water conditions. It grows well in sandy, loamy, or chalky soils and reaches a height of 1–2 meters. This shrub blooms with yellow flowers in May and June, is suitable for USDA zones 5–8, and attracts pollinators.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Low water

Soil

Sandy, Loamy, Chalky

Height

1–2 m

Spread

1–1.5 m

Zones

5–8

Flower colors

Calendar
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Bloom Period
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Bloom Period
plantory.ai

Growing Conditions

  • Sunlight: Full sun
  • Water: Low
  • Soil: Sandy, loamy, chalky
  • USDA Zones: 5–8
  • Height: 1–2 m
  • Bloom Time: May, June
  • Flower Colors: Yellow
Add to your garden plan

Unlock Full Plant Details

Sign up free to access the complete photo gallery, planting calendar, and add plants to your garden plan.

  • Monthly planting calendar
  • Add to your garden plan
Data source: Trefle.io
Back to Plant Encyclopedia