Silky Leaf Woodwaxen

Genista Pilosa

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Overview

The Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista pilosa) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub reaching up to 2 feet in height with a spread of 3 feet. Its dense, arching branches are covered with silky, silvery-green leaves and bright yellow pea-like flowers in late spring. This hardy plant thrives in well-drained soil, prefers full sun, and is ideal for ground cover, rock gardens, or slopes, providing excellent erosion control. Hardy in USDA zones 5-8.

Sun FullWater Low, Very LowZones 5–9Climate Temperate

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — The Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista pilosa) is a low-growing

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 5–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 1–1.5 Ft.
Mature width: 2–3 Ft.

Classification

Family: Fabaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — The Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista pilosa) is a low-growing; silvery-green leaves and bright yellow pea-like flowers in

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — gold and yellow flowers in the garden

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — ground cover / shrub with gold and yellow blooms

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — ground cover / shrub for full

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — This hardy plant thrives in well-drained soil, image 32

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — evergreen shrub reaching up to 2 feet in height with a spread of 3 feet; native to the European continent

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — arching branches are covered with silky; eye-catching blaze.<br><br>This Woodwaxen thrives in full sun but can also

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — silvery-green leaves and bright yellow pea-like flowers in late spring; gold and yellow flowers in the garden

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — and is ideal for ground cover; this charming plant typically reaches a height of 1 to 1.5 feet

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — providing excellent erosion control; shows remarkable drought tolerance

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — scientifically named Genista pilosa; ground cover / shrub with gold and yellow blooms

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — deciduous shrub that offers a blend of ornamental beauty and resilient hardiness; and is ideal for ground cover

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — making it an ideal addition to a variety of landscape designs; with a spread of approximately 2 to 3 feet at full

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — Native to the European continent; making it a wise choice for water-conserving landscapes

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — silky texture and a rich green color; hardy in USDA zones 5 through 8, it can withstand temperatures down to -20°F

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — Its growth habit is mounding and somewhat sprawling, image 41

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — this charming plant typically reaches a height of 1 to 1.5 feet; ground cover / shrub for full

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — with a spread of approximately 2 to 3 feet at full maturity; providing excellent erosion control

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — each roughly 0.5 inches across; scientifically named Genista pilosa

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — Spring brings an abundant display of bright yellow flowers; the Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista pilosa) is a low-growing

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — making it a wise choice for water-conserving landscapes; evergreen shrub reaching up to 2 feet in height with a spread

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — Hardy in USDA zones 5 through 8, it can withstand temperatures down to -20°F; deciduous shrub that offers a blend

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — shows remarkable drought tolerance; requiring no more than an occasional pruning to maintain shape and promote denser

Silky Leaf Woodwaxen (Genista Pilosa) — eye-catching blaze.<br><br>This Woodwaxen thrives in full sun but can also tolerate partial shade; silky texture and a

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