Laburnum

Laburnum trees are ideal for small gardens, especially planted over arches and pagodas. Also known as the Golden Chain Tree. Produces long racemes of magnificent bright yellow, scented flowers that hang from the branches in May and June. Bright green, pinnate foliage.

Very popular with the bees. All parts of Laburnum trees are poisonous to humans and animals. Good for planting as a screening tree. The dark brown heartwood from mature trees is very valuable. The sapwood is pale and creamy in colour, so woodworkers can use the two tones to create wonderful furniture.

Suitable for planting in all types of soil and is good for exposed sites. Very easy to grow. Can be pruned hard after flowering to promote fresh young growth on which flowering is abundant the following year.