Hairy Greenweed

Genista pilosa, Fabaceae

Zones

5–8

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Slow

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerGround CoverPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

English StonecropSedum anglicum

Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

Wild LicoriceAstragalus glycyphyllos

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Wavy Hair-grassDeschampsia flexuosa

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Common JuniperJuniperus communis

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Kidney VetchAnthyllis vulneraria

Both leguminous species compete for similar rhizobial associations and may produce allelopathic compounds

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationErosion ControlHeathland RestorationLow Maintenance Landscaping

Edible Parts

Flowers

Medicinal Uses

DiureticTraditional Heathland Remedy

Common Questions

What zones does Hairy Greenweed grow in?

Hairy Greenweed grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 8.

Is Hairy Greenweed a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Hairy Greenweed is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Hairy Greenweed?

Good companions for Hairy Greenweed include English Stonecrop, Wild Licorice, Wavy Hair-grass, Common Juniper.

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