Ulex gallii, the western gorse or dwarf furze[2] is an evergreen shrub in the pea family (Fabaceae), native to the Atlantic coasts of western Europe: southern Scotland, England, Wales, Ireland, the Isle of Man, western France and the northern coast of Spain.

Apr 6, 2017 · Western Gorse, Ulex Gallii. All three of these plants are found on heathland and acidic soils, but their distribution and flowering times can help in telling them apart. They are Common gorse or Furze Ulex europeaus, Western gorse Ulex gallii, and Dwarf gorse Ulex minor.

Ulex gallii. western gorse. a finely spiny evergreen shrub 1-2m in height, with pea-like yellow flowers 1.2cm in length, in summer and autumn

Whilst it is very similar to Common Gorse (Ulex europaeus), Ulex gallii tends to be smaller and low-growing, with narrower and weaker thorns and stems, forming compact, lighter green mounds. It also flowers later (July to September) whilst Common Gorse (Ulex europaeus) flowers mainly in spring.

It is also the largest species, reaching 2–3 m (7–10 ft) in height; this compares with typically 20–40 cm (8–16 in) heights for the western gorse (Ulex gallii). This latter species is characteristic of highly exposed Atlantic coastal heathland and montane habitats.

In this growing guide we’ll learn the cultivation details and how to plant Western gorse (Ulex gallii). This plant is commonly known as western gorse. This is a evergreen plant that takes 10-20 years to reach full maturity.

Western Gorse, also known as Ulex gallii, is a hardy evergreen shrub that is native to western Europe. It is a member of the Fabaceae family, which is also known as the legume or pea family.

Western Gorse and Dwarf Gorse (the U. gallii – minor complex) are relatively easily recognized as distinct from Ulex europaeus by their smaller flowers with downy rather than thickly hairy calyces. The complex has traditionally divided into two species which can usually be distinguished on morphology (Kirchner & Bullock 1999).

Ulex gallii, commonly known as Western Gorse, is a shrub native to Western Europe, particularly found in the British Isles and France. It belongs to the Fabaceae family and is known for its spiny, evergreen foliage and bright yellow flowers.

Western Gorse, Dwarf Furze Ulex gallii is an evergreen shrub that grows flat or upright and can flower in its natural habitat from July to November. Depending on the location, it can reach a height of between 50 centimetres and 1.5 meters.