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Cytisus scoparius Seeds (Common Broom)

Name: Cytisus scoparius Seeds (Common Broom)
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SKU: SC-222
Price: 1399.0 INR
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Common BroomCover Crops And Green Manuring SeedsCytisus scopariusNon-GMO

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Weight

Good to Sow — Best Used Soon · A little past peak — sow soon for best results

Why is this approximate?

Freshness status shown above is an approximate estimate derived from this species' typical collection period and reported seed longevity. It does not reflect verified testing of this specific batch and should be treated as general guidance only.

Seed germination is a biological process dependent on multiple variables outside our control, including but not limited to storage conditions prior to and following purchase, sowing technique, soil composition and drainage, ambient and soil temperature, humidity, light exposure, and watering practices. Even under optimal growing conditions and correct pre-treatment, no seed lot can be guaranteed to achieve 100% germination, and natural variation in individual seed viability is expected. SeedsCart does not guarantee germination outcomes and is not liable for germination failure arising from growing conditions, handling, or environmental factors beyond the point of sale.

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Cytisus scoparius (Common Broom and Scotch Broom) is a cover crops and green manuring seeds species sourced from Indian natural stands, suited for reforestation, agroforestry, and social forestry.

Botanical Synonyms	Spartium scoparium, Sarothamnus scoparius
Common Names	Common Broom and Scotch Broom
Plant Form	Cover Crops And Green Manuring Seeds
Seeds per kg (approx.)	12000-16000
Collection Period	Aug-Nov
Germination	70-85%
Seed Longevity	1-2 years
Seed Treatment	Seeds treated at 120 and 160 °F

Growing & Establishment

Tree seeds vary widely in their germination requirements. Many Indian hardwood species benefit from pre-sowing treatment — soaking for 12–24 hours, mechanical scarification, or brief hot water treatment to break seed coat dormancy. Polybag nursery raising is the standard method for most plantation species in India. Field transplanting is best timed to coincide with the onset of the monsoon for maximum survival.

Use in India

India's National Afforestation Programme, state forest departments, and private agroforestry initiatives use millions of tree seedlings annually for reforestation, social forestry, and watershed restoration. Native tree species are preferred for ecological projects, carbon sequestration, and farm forestry under national agroforestry schemes.

SeedsCart has supplied tree seeds to nurseries, forest departments, NGOs, plantation companies, and agroforestry projects across India for over 30 years. Seeds are collected from certified natural stands, germination-tested before dispatch, and available in bulk quantities for institutional and commercial buyers. We ship internationally.

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Product Specifications

Name	Cytisus scoparius Seeds (Common Broom)
Category	Tree Seeds
Country of Origin	India
Net Quantity	100g / 250g / 500g / 1kg (as per variant selected)
Marketed by	Ebbora Agritech Pvt. Ltd., 47 Panditwari, P.O. Premnagar, Dehradun - 248001, Uttarakhand
Manufactured by	Ebbora Agritech Pvt. Ltd., 47 Panditwari, P.O. Premnagar, Dehradun - 248001, Uttarakhand
MRP	1,399.00 (Incl. of all taxes)
Customer Support	Email: support@seedscart.in Call: '+91-7455025717

Invasive Species

A recognized invasive weed in many regions outside its native European range, with a similarly persistent, long-lived seed bank to gorse. Check local regulations and consider the ecological context before planting.

Germination Guide

Typical germination time 20-40 days (after scarification)

Pre-Treatment

Requires scarification — the best results in trials came from soaking in concentrated sulfuric acid for 5 hours, though mechanical scarification (nicking the coat) also works. Important note: like gorse, this species is a recognized invasive weed in many regions outside its native European range, with a similarly persistent, long-lived seed bank. Check local regulations and weigh the ecological context before planting, particularly outside Europe.

Pre-Germination Prep

Use a well-drained mix.

Sowing

Sow the scarified seed 1-1.5cm deep.

Post-Care & Growing On

Keep moderately moist. This species establishes and spreads readily once germinated, which is exactly the trait that makes it useful for erosion control in some contexts but a management concern in others.

Tips

This species is a recognized invasive weed outside its native European range — worth checking local regulations and considering the ecological context before planting Scarification is genuinely necessary; unscarified seed germinates poorly Fast to establish and spread once germinated, useful for erosion control but requiring active management in many settings

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