Broom Bloom

Broom bloom

Broom bloom (Cytisus scoparius), or broom broom, is a species of shrub in the bean family. The plant is known by many names: broom broom broom, hare pea, hogweed. It is commonly found in Central, Western, Southern Europe, among others. The broom because of its appearance - broom-like stems - was once used to make brooms. Currently, it mainly serves as an ornamental plant in gardens or we can find it in dried flower bouquets and handicrafts.

Broom bloom - characteristics of the plant

Broom broom grows to a maximum height of 2m. Broom bloom leaves remain green all year round, are quite small and narrow, growing singly at the top of the plant on its thin stems. During the flowering period (May-June) the shrub is abundantly covered with inflorescences. The flowers are large and butterfly-shaped. By nature, the bloom is yellow in color, although we can find pink, red and bicolor varieties. The broom is an extremely ornate plant when in bloom, so it is readily planted in home gardens. After flowering, narrow hairy pods appear, which burst and eject seeds.

Broom bloom - occurence and cultivation

Broom bloom is found in Europe, among other places in Poland. It grows most often in Pomerania and mountainous areas (Sudetes). In addition, it can be found growing wild in mid-forest clearings and forest edges. Broom bloom grows best on sandy, dry slightly acidic soils. It is great for sowing “difficult areas”.

As a garden plant, it is easy to grow and drought tolerant. It requires a warm, sunny position. It is worth remembering that broom, due to its stilt-like root system, does not tolerate transplanting well, so it is worth choosing a place for it in the garden where it can grow for years. Broom bloom does not require annual pruning. After flowering, you can cut off dry, damaged shoots, overripe inflorescences - this will give the shrub a regular habit. Broom bloom is resistant to pests, it tolerates frosts well.

Broom bloom - methods of use - from industry to floristry

Broom bloom przez lata był ceniony ze względu na swoje właściwości lecznicze. Jest źródłem sparteiny, sarotamininy i lupaniny. Roślina ma działanie moczopędne i przeciwbólowe. Napar z żarnowca stosowany jest w leczeniu przewlekłych schorzeń wątroby, nerek i wewnętrznych krwawień. Nie tylko tam broom bloom znalazło zastosowanie - dekady temu było głównie wykorzystywane do produkcji mioteł, a jego włókna w przemyśle tekstylny. Aktualnie żarnowiec przede wszystkim jest rośliną ozdobną. Nie tylko w ogrodzie - często spotkamy go w pracowniach florystycznych i rękodzielniczych.

With which dried plants to compose broom bloom?

Dried broom bloom has a considerable volume, making it a great “filler” for bouquets of dried flowers. Bleached broom bloom as well as in other colors will find use in garlands and reeds. Broom bloom looks good in the company of egg bower, bleached ruscus, kraspedia, nigella. You'll find it as one of the dried plants in our bestselling Red set, accompanied by flax, blanket, phalaris and shola rose. Remember that the listed dried plants are only a suggestion, don't be afraid to experiment and combine the most diverse species of dried and live plants.

Why choose dried broom bloom from Secca?

• Highest quality - we seek for you driedplants from reliable suppliers to ensure the highest quality products
• Versatility - banksia perfectly blends with other dried plants, creating unique decorative compositions.
• Natural beauty - the original flowers of banksia will bring a touch of nature and charm to any interior

Secca offers dried broom in bouquets of about 100g with a length of 50-60cm. Broom bloom is available in a wide variety of colors: bleached, light pink, brown, burgundy. If you have a business, remember that you can use the Secca B2B dried flowers wholesaler, where you will find a special price list for companies and a discount system.