broom 'Lilac Lady'

Prefers well-drained, poor, neutral to slightly acid soils in full sun. Tolerant of lime but may become chlorotic on shallow chalk soils. Plant out when small, as brooms resent transplanting. This compact cultivar is ideal for containers and rock gardens

Minimal pruning required, see pruning group 1 or pruning group 3 if necessary. Avoid cutting into old wood

Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or early autumn, or by hardwood cuttings in midwinter

May be susceptible to gall mites

May be susceptible to a fungal disease known as broom dieback (Pleiochaeta setosa)