About Genista stenopetala Webb & Berthel.
Growth Form and Size
Genista stenopetala Webb & Berthel. is an evergreen shrub that reaches 3 metres (9.8 ft) in height.
Leaf Structure
It produces trifoliate leaves, with leaflets that measure 1–3 centimetres (0.39–1.18 in) long. Leaflets are narrow elliptic in shape, and covered in fine silky, silvery hairs.
Flower Characteristics
Its strongly scented yellow flowers are 1–2 centimetres (0.39–0.79 in) long, borne in racemes 5–11 centimetres (2.0–4.3 in) long. Flowers bloom in late winter or early spring.
Fruit Traits
The fruit of this plant is a 2–3 centimetres (0.79–1.18 in) long pod.
Horticultural Recognition
Under the synonym Genista × spachiana, this species has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Cold Tolerance
This is not a hardy plant: it cannot tolerate temperatures below 5 °C (41 °F), so it is typically grown under glass in temperate climates.
Cultivation Placement
It may be moved outside to a sheltered, sunny location during the summer months.
