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Ulex europaeus - Gorse

Ulex europaeus
Common Gorse, Furze, European Furze, French Furze, Irish Gorse, Thorn Broom, Whin

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Perfect delivery. Bushes a bit small. Young plant well packaged. Recommend.

Sony, 15/10/2024

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More information

A bushy shrub with ash-green leaves and thorns. It produces numerous flowers from February to June, which are pleasantly scented with almonds or coconuts depending on its exposure. It bears dark purple-brown fruits.
Flower size
2 cm
Height at maturity
2 m
Spread at maturity
2 m
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -23°C
Soil moisture
Dry soil
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Best planting time March to June, September to November
Recommended planting time March to June, September to November
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Description

Ulex europaeus, commonly known as Gorse or Furze, is a bushy shrub with ash-green leaves and spines. It produces numerous flowers from February to June, which are pleasantly scented with almonds or coconuts depending on its exposure. It bears dark purple-brown fruits.

 

Native to Europe up to Germany, Ulex europaeus is a bushy shrub that grows 1 to 2m (3 to 7ft) in height and 1.5 to 2m (5 to 7ft) in width.

From February to June, it produces an abundance of large flowers measuring from 14 to 18mm (1in) in length. Its solitary flowers are golden yellow in colour. Its vegetation is highly fragrant, with a base scent of almond or coconut if exposed to full sun. Its small, sparse leaves are ash-green in colour and alternate in scale-like shape. Its foliage is adorned with long spines that are formidable. Its fruits are pod-shaped and measure 2cm (1in) in diameter, with a dark brown-purple colour.

It is used in rock gardens, slopes, or as a defensive hedge that quickly becomes impenetrable thanks to its formidable spines. For this use, allow 1m (3ft) between each plant. It is an excellent companion and tolerates all other plants.

Hardy up to -15°C (5°F), Ulex europaeus thrives in sunny and warm conditions. From March to June and from September to November, plant it in moderately moist, sandy, or even arid soil. It also tolerates very poor soils. It is highly resistant to various diseases.

Ulex europaeus does not tolerate transplantation very well, so care must be taken not to break the root ball and risk damaging the roots. At planting, watering should be abundant for good establishment, but afterwards, water requirements are minimal. This shrub does not require any particular pruning or maintenance.

Propagation: Sow the seeds under shelter after soaking them in water for 48 hours. Stem cuttings should be taken in summer, around August. 

 

 

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Ulex europaeus - Gorse (Plant habit) Plant habit

Plant habit

Height at maturity 2 m
Spread at maturity 2 m
Habit Irregular, bushy
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour yellow
Flowering time February to June
Flower size 2 cm
Fragrance slightly scented, almond and coconut
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms
Fruit colour violet

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour green

Botanical data

Genus

Ulex

Species

europaeus

Family

Fabaceae

Other common names

Common Gorse, Furze, European Furze, French Furze, Irish Gorse, Thorn Broom, Whin

Origin

Central Europe

Product reference7818501

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Planting and care

Evergreen down to -15°C (5°F), Ulex europaeus thrives in sunny and warm locations. From March to June and from September to November, plant it in moderately moist, sandy, or even arid soil. It even tolerates very poor soils. This bush is highly resistant to various diseases. Ulex europaeus does not tolerate transplantation very well, so great care must be taken not to break the root ball and risk damaging its roots. At planting, watering should be abundant for good establishment, but afterwards, water requirements are minimal. This bush does not require any particular pruning or maintenance.

Propagation: Sow the seeds under shelter after soaking them in water for 48 hours. Stem cuttings should be taken in summer, around August. 

 

 

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Planting period

Best planting time March to June, September to November
Recommended planting time March to June, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Rockery
Type of use Border, Free-standing, Hedge, Slope
Hardiness Hardy down to -23°C (USDA zone 6a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 1 per m2
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil type Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture Dry soil

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Soil moisture Dry soil
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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