Tall Mediterranean shrub with rush-like green stems and intensely fragrant yellow pea flowers. Traditional source of textile fibre across southern Europe.
Hardiness ratings
| System | Rating | Temperature range | How to read it |
|---|---|---|---|
| USDA hardiness zone | Zone 7–10 | −17.8 °C to 4.4 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| RHS hardiness rating | H5 | −15 °C to −10 °C | Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance |
| Canadian plant hardiness zone | Zone 7–9 | −12 °C and warmer | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| Australian (ANBG) zone | Zone 3–6 | −5 °C to 15 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
Growing notes
- Listed as invasive in parts of California, Australia, New Zealand, and Chile — check local regulations before planting
- Fragrant flowers attract long-tongued bees
- Drought tolerant and tolerates poor soils
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