Genista tinctoria Dyer's greenweed (Leguminosae) Deciduous shrub

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Genista tinctoria
Dyer's greenweed
Deciduous shrub
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The Genista tinctoria plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Dyer's greenweed.

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Latin Name:  Genista tinctoria
Common Name:  Dyer's greenweed
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:  1

Habitat:  Meadows, pastures, heaths and the edges of fields[4], especially on poor soils[11].

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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