Information About Broom Plants

Broom plants were brought to North America in the mid-1900s and were initially planted along highways as an effective means of erosion control. Although broom plants produce attractive, sweet-pea like blooms, they have become highly invasive in many areas, choking out native plants and creating a significant fire hazard. Read on to learn if you can safely grow broom plants in your area, and otherwise, how to get rid of broom plants.

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Pineapple Broom Plant Care: Moroccan Pineapple Broom Plants In Gardens

By Gardening Know How

Looking for a reliable, small, hardy tree or shrub with fragrant flowers? Then look no further than the Moroccan pineapple broom. Learn more about this interesting plant and how to care for it in the following article. Click here for additional info.

Sweet Broom Shrub Care – How To Plant Broom Shrubs

By Bonnie L. Grant, Certified Urban Agriculturist

While many people consider the plant a noxious weed, it is an attractive plant. In the proper space, growing sweet broom shrub will add a nice wild touch to the landscape and enhance the area with its scented blossoms. Click here for more info.

Scotch Broom Pruning: When And How To Trim A Scotch Broom Plant

By Teo Spengler

Pruning a scotch broom shrub must be done conservatively and at the correct season. Take a look at this article for more information about scotch broom maintenance and pruning. Click here to learn more.

Information On Broom Shrubs: Controlling Broom Shrubs In The Landscape

By Bonnie L. Grant, Certified Urban Agriculturist

Broom plants are common sights long highways, in meadows and in disturbed areas but can get a bit invasive in some areas. This article will help you control the plants while enjoying their ease of care.

Scotch Broom Control: Getting Rid Of Scotch Broom Shrub From The Yard

By Becca Badgett, Co-author of How to Grow an EMERGENCY Garden

Though sometimes attractive in the landscape, the scotch broom shrub is a noxious weed. Scotch broom control is difficult and often time-consuming, but worth the effort. Learn more in this article.

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