Cytisus Lena 3 Litre Pot

Cytisus ‘Lena’ – Striking Two-Tone Blooms for Effortless Spring Colour

Cytisus ‘Lena’ is a compact, deciduous broom shrub celebrated for its eye-catching spring display of deep reddish-pink and warm yellow flowers. Bursting into bloom in late spring, this low-maintenance, drought-tolerant shrub brings fiery colour and texture to borders, gravel gardens, or coastal landscapes. With its arching green stems and naturally tidy habit, ‘Lena’ adds vivid seasonal impact while requiring very little care – perfect for gardeners seeking vibrant colour with minimal fuss.

Key Features

• Flower Colour: Showy deep reddish-pink flowers with sunny yellow centres – a bold contrast in mid to late spring.
  
• Foliage & Stems: Fine green leaves and slender, arching green stems give the plant a graceful appearance.
  
• Growth Habit: Compact and bushy, growing to around 1-1.5m tall and wide.
  
• Seasonal Interest: Brilliant spring flowers followed by light green summer foliage and year-round structural stems.

Ideal For

• Mixed borders, banks, or informal plantings

• Mediterranean, gravel, or coastal gardens

• Compact or low-maintenance designs

• Adding vibrant, warm tones to spring displays

Growing Conditions

• Position: Full sun for the best flowering performance
  
• Soil: Well-drained, light soils – flourishes in poor or sandy conditions
  
• Hardiness: Fully hardy in most UK climates
  
• Maintenance: Very low – just prune lightly after flowering to shape and encourage bushiness

Why Choose Cytisus ‘Lena’?

• Dramatic two-tone blooms for standout spring colour
• Compact and easy to grow – perfect for smaller spaces
• Excellent drought and coastal tolerance
• Ideal for wildlife-friendly and low-care gardens

Cytisus ‘Lena’ is a bold, beautiful broom that enlivens your garden in spring with rich, warm tones and graceful form. A superb choice for gardeners seeking structure, colour, and simplicity all in one plant.