Psorothamnus Species, Broom Dalea, Broom Indigobush
Psorothamnusscoparius

Family: Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Psorothamnus (sor-oh-THAM-nus)
Species: scoparius (sko-PAIR-ee-us)

Synonym:Dalea scoparia

Synonym:Parosela scoparia

Category
Shrubs

Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Foliage
Deciduous

Foliage Color

Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)

Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)

Hardiness

Where to Grow

Danger

Bloom Color
Medium Blue
Blue-Violet

Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Flowers are fragrant

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall

Other details

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information

Propagation Methods
From semi-hardwood cuttings
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season

Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds