Colutea x media
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Basic Information
Family: Fabaceae or Leguminosae
Genus: colutea
Plant ID (slug): colutea-x-media
Numeric ID: 21129
USDA Hardiness: 5-9
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Colutea x media is a deciduous Shrub growing to 3 m (9ft) by 3 m (9ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.
Distribution
A hybrid of garden origin, C. arborescens x C. orientalis[200].
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Hedge;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Colutea x media