French Broom

French Broom (Genista monspessulana) is a perrenial shrub with yellow flowers, native to the Mediterranean region. It is considered an invasive plant in most places where it has been introduced. In California and the Pacific Northwest, it is considered a severe noxious weed. French Broom can be found along a short stretch of Sausal Creek in Dimond Park. Along Sausal Creek, it tends to grow around 3-6 feet from the creek and varies in height from 3-8 feet tall.