Genista pilosa
Genista pilosa, or hairy greenweed, is a low-growing, evergreen shrub belonging to the Fabaceae family. It prefers full sun and low water conditions, thriving in sandy, loamy, or chalky soils. This ornamental plant typically grows to a height of 0.5–1.5 meters and blooms with yellow flowers from May to July. It is suitable for USDA zones 6–9.
Light
Full sun
Watering
Low water
Soil
Sandy, Loamy, Chalky
Height
0.5–1.5 m
Spread
0.5–1.5 m
Zones
6–9
Flower colors
This hardy shrub is drought-tolerant once established. It benefits from pruning after flowering to maintain its shape and encourage dense growth.
As a member of the pea family, Genista pilosa can fix nitrogen in the soil. Its flowers attract pollinators like bees.