Cytisus scheideckeri Moonlight

Moonlight Broom

Cytisus × beanii ‘Moonlight’ is a low, spreading deciduous shrub valued for its soft, arching form and abundant pale yellow flowers that cover the stems in spring, creating a light, cascading effect, with fine green foliage that may take on subtle yellow tones in fall.


Mature Size:
Width: 6–8 ft
Height: 2–3 ft

USDA Zones: 5a–8b
Light: Full sun
Blooms: Soft pale yellow pea-like flowers in mid to late spring
Soil: Well-drained; prefers sandy or poor soils
Water: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established


🌸 Landscape Uses
Slopes, groundcover, mass plantings, rock gardens, banks


🌼 Attracts & Tolerances
Attracts: Pollinators
Tolerances: Drought, poor soils, deer resistant

Plant type

Flowering Deciduous Shrub

Height

2-3'

Width

6-8'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Bloom time

Spring

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Loamy, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Mass Planting, Rock Garden

Shape

Mounded, Spreading

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes