We're offering you a Upto 3 Coronilla Citrina Plants for £7.99, saving you up to 47% off Thompson and Morgan's's price of £14.99 (correct as of 13.11.2024).

Winter & Spring Blooms

Bring Lasting Colour to Your Garden with Coronilla citrina

Coronilla citrina, also known as Scorpion Vetch, is a compact evergreen shrub renowned for its winter and early spring display of soft yellow, pea-like blooms. Its blue-green foliage remains vibrant all year, making it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking continuous structure and colour—even in the colder months.

Why Choose Coronilla citrina?

• Seasonal Interest: Enjoy cheerful yellow flowers from late winter right into spring—when most gardens lack colour.
• Evergreen Appeal: The attractive blue-green leaves keep your garden looking lively even when not in bloom.
• Space-Saving: Reaching just 90cm high and wide, this shrub fits beautifully into borders, small gardens, or pots on patios and balconies.
• Tough Performer: Naturally tolerant of coastal winds and exposed positions, Coronilla citrina is well-suited to challenging UK gardens.
• Easy Care: With low maintenance needs, it rewards you with fragrance and colour for minimal effort.

Growing Guide & Care Instructions

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun for best flowering; tolerates light shade.
• Soil: Grows well in well-drained soils. Neutral to slightly alkaline pH preferred; avoid heavy clay or waterlogged areas.
• Watering: Water regularly during establishment. Once settled, drought tolerant.
• Pruning: Lightly trim after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth. Avoid hard pruning.
• Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser in early spring if desired.
• Pest & Disease: Generally trouble-free; watch for occasional aphids.

Design Tips & Planting Ideas

• Add structure to mixed borders or cottage gardens with its neat form and evergreen foliage.
• Create a striking winter feature by training along sunny walls or fences.
• Makes an excellent companion to other sun-loving evergreens like Hebe, Lavender, or Rosemary.
• Suits Mediterranean-style planting schemes thanks to its drought tolerance and silvery-blue leaves.

Your Questions Answered: FAQs

• How many plants will I receive?
  You can select bundles of up to three plants per order—perfect for instant impact or group planting.
• When is the best time to plant?
  The ideal planting period is autumn through spring while the ground is workable and not frozen.
• How quickly will my Coronilla citrina grow?
  This shrub has a moderate growth rate, typically reaching full size (90cm x 90cm) within 2–3 years under good conditions.
• What are the delivery details?
  Please allow up to 16 working days after voucher redemption for delivery. Delivery charges start from £3.59 per voucher. Excludes selected postcodes (see terms).