Genista umbellata

Genista

Fabaceae

Native Plants

Zone 4–9

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Genista umbellata is a drought-adaptable Mediterranean shrub that prefers well-drained, sandy or rocky soils and partial shade to full sun. It requires minimal watering once established and benefits from light pruning after flowering to maintain a compact shape. This plant is well-suited to xeriscaping and rock gardens in mild climates.

Care Requirements

Care Level

Low

Sun

Partial Shade

Water

Moderate

Growth Rate

Moderate

Mature Height

6″ – 36″

Soil

sandy loam

Life Cycle

Perennial

Spacing

24″

Watering Schedule

Every 10-14 Days • Water Deeply But Infrequently; Allow Soil To Dry Between Waterings

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Temperature

-25° – 90°F

Mature Spread

up to 18″

Root Depth

Medium

Foliage

Fine

Propagation: Seed

Ecology & Origin

Native to

Algeria

Morocco

Spain

Attracts

🐝 Bees

🐝 Butterflies

Sources

Data: trefle, usda

Image: trefle.io — CC-BY-SA

Hardiness Zones

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