This upright shrub to small tree has long arching leafless branches that form a bushy vase to rounded habit. It produces masses of bright yellow pea-shaped flowers with a reddish centre along the stems during late spring.

Hardiness zones 8 to 11 

Viminaria juncea is naturally found throughout Australia except the Northern Territory growing in damp situations such as creek beds or around swamps in moderately drained fertile loams. It prefers an open sunny position and is frost tolerant.

Native Broom is grown for its flowers and its pendulous habit. It is planted in parks and gardens around water features or in damp positions and may be used in shrub borders. It is suitable for coastal and inland regions establishing in 3 to 4 years and is used in bushland settings. ID 2709

Viminaria (vem-ee-NAR-ee ah) juncea (jew-see-ah)

Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)