Carmichaelia Species, Leafy Broom, Scented Broom
Carmichaeliaodorata

Family: Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Carmichaelia (kar-my-KEE-lee-uh)
Species: odorata (oh-dor-AY-tuh)

Category
Shrubs

Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Foliage
Provides Winter Interest

Foliage Color

Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)

Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)

Hardiness

Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual

Danger

Bloom Color
Blue-Violet
Medium Purple
White/Near White

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Mid Summer

Other details

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information

Propagation Methods

Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds