Silky Leaf Woodwaxen
Genista Pilosa
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 5–9Type Ground cover, ShrubClimate Temperate
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
- Type
- Ground cover, Shrub
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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