Cytisus scoparius 'Boskoop Ruby' - Ruby Broom
A stunning broom variety offering rich, jewel-toned flowers that create a spectacular late spring display. The deep ruby-red blooms bring warmth and intensity to sunny garden spaces with their distinctive bicoloured petals.
Seasonal Highlights
Late spring sees the plant covered in rich ruby-red and crimson pea-like flowers, creating a bold statement. The green stems provide subtle structure through winter months, maintaining garden interest year-round.
Key Features
- Striking ruby-red bicoloured flowers
- Upright, bushy habit
- Fully hardy to -15°C
- Thrives in poor, dry soils
- Excellent drought tolerance
- Valuable pollinator plant
Perfect For
Sunny borders, gravel gardens, coastal planting, and wildlife gardens. Particularly effective on banks, slopes, or in Mediterranean-style schemes where its vibrant colour and drought tolerance shine.
Growing Tips
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil; thrives in poor conditions. Avoid rich, heavy soils. Trim lightly after flowering, cutting only green growth. Never prune into old wood. Requires no supplementary feeding.
Looks Great With
Partners beautifully with silver-leaved plants like lavender or santolina, ornamental grasses, or contrasting yellow brooms. Stunning alongside blue salvias or catmint.
An exceptional choice for adding rich colour to dry, sunny areas while supporting garden wildlife with minimal maintenance required.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
