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Genista germanica
Deciduous shrub
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The Genista germanica plant species is found in C. and W. Europe. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as G. villosa. Cytisus dalmaticus. Visiani.

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Latin Name:  Genista germanica
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  L.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Thickets, poor pastures and heaths[100].



Propagation Notes:  The seed requires a period of cold stratification and is best sown autumn in a cold frame. Pre-soak stored seed for 24 hours in warm water and sow February in a cold frame. Good germination[78]. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Cuttings of half-ripe wood, 5 - 10 cm with a heel, July/August in a frame. Roots are formed in the spring[11]. Cuttings of ripe wood, 5 - 10 cm with a heel, September/October in a frame. Good percentage. Plant out the following autumn[78].

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