laburnum anagyroides

Laburnum Tree - Laburnum Anagyroides

Create a spectacular spring display with the stunning Laburnum tree. Also known as Golden Rain or Golden Chain tree, Laburnum is renowned for its breathtaking cascades of bright yellow flowers in late spring. The long, pendulous racemes create a stunning golden waterfall effect, making it one of the most dramatic flowering trees for UK gardens.

Key Features

• Spectacular Golden Flowers: Long, cascading racemes of bright yellow pea-like flowers in May-June
• Dramatic Display: Flowers hang in chains up to 30cm long, creating a stunning waterfall effect
• Architectural Form: Elegant vase-shaped habit with spreading branches
• Attractive Foliage: Trifoliate leaves provide a delicate, light canopy
• Low Maintenance: Hardy and easy to grow once established
• Wildlife Friendly: Flowers attract bees and other pollinators
• Versatile: Perfect as a specimen tree or for creating laburnum arches and tunnels

Growing Information

Current Height: 250-300cm
Container Size: 25 litre
Ultimate Height: 6-8m
Ultimate Spread: 4-6m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, tolerates most soil types including alkaline
Hardiness: Fully hardy (H5)

Planting & Care

Plant in spring or autumn in well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. Laburnum tolerates most soil types, including alkaline soils. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring. Minimal pruning required - simply remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches in late summer after flowering. Avoid heavy pruning as laburnum doesn't respond well to hard cutting back. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Important Safety Information

Warning: All parts of laburnum are toxic if ingested, particularly the seeds. Plant away from areas where children play and remove seed pods if necessary. Despite this, laburnum has been safely grown in UK gardens for centuries with appropriate precautions.

Perfect For

• Specimen planting as a garden focal point
• Creating laburnum arches and tunnels
• Adding spectacular spring colour
• Cottage and traditional garden designs
• Mixed borders and woodland gardens
• Alkaline and chalky soils
• Low-maintenance landscaping

Why Choose Laburnum?

Laburnum is one of the most spectacular flowering trees for late spring, creating a breathtaking golden display that's unmatched by any other tree. The cascading yellow flowers are a quintessential feature of British gardens and create unforgettable visual impact. This is a low-maintenance, hardy tree that rewards you with a stunning floral show year after year.

Available at Stoneybrook Nursery, Lancashire - Quality flowering trees for UK gardens.