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Genista pilosa Gold Flash
Common Name: Gold Flash Broom
Genista pilosa ‘Gold Flash’ — commonly called Gold Flash Broom — is a low-growing, semi-evergreen shrub valued for its bright spring flowers and spreading, groundcover habit. It forms a dense, prostrate mat of fine, green stems with small, sparse leaves, creating a soft, textured appearance. In mid to late spring, the plant is covered in vibrant golden-yellow, pea-like flowers that provide a bold splash of color across the landscape.
Mature Size:
Width: 3–4 ft
Height: 6–12 in
USDA Zones: 5a–8b
Light: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained soils; thrives in sandy, rocky, or poor soils
Water: Low; highly drought tolerant once established
Wildlife: Attracts bees; deer resistant
Features & Landscape Uses:
Form: Low, spreading shrub with a prostrate, mat-forming habit
Bright yellow spring flowers provide strong seasonal color
Excellent for slopes, rock gardens, and groundcover
Thrives in dry, poor soils where many plants struggle
Adds texture and color to sunny, well-drained sites
Maintenance:
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape
Avoid heavy pruning into old wood
Requires excellent drainage; avoid wet soils
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| Plant Type: | Perennial |
| Width: | 3-4' |
| Height: | 6-12" |
| Fragrant: | Yes |
| Fruit: | Not verified |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Zone: | 5–8 |
| Deer Resistant: | Yes |
| Salt Tolerant: | Not verified |
| Drought Tolerant: | Yes |
| Attract: | Butterflies, Bees |
| Exposure: | Full Sun |
| Bloom Time: | Summer |
| Landscape/Use: | Groundcover, Mass Planting |
| Shape: | Low Spreading |
| Soil Type | Sandy, Well Drained, Average |
| Flower Color: | Yellow |
| Leaf Color: | Green |
| Fall Color: | Green |