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Laburnocytisus 'Adamii' Tree

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Key features

Final size 4 x 2.5 metres in 20 years

Foliage Dark-green, Laburnum like leaves and clusters of Broom like shoots

Flowers A mixture of brightly coloured flowers appearing in spring

Soil Prefers moist, well-drained soils, but tolerates all types

Description

Laburnocytisus 'Adamii' is a unique hybrid between Laburnum and Purple Broom. This small tree display a variety of fragrant, pea-like, yellow flowers (Laburnum), purple flowers (Purple Broom) and sometimes a mixture of both, resulting in attractive, coppery pink flowers, all appearing in spring. The foliage is mostly Laburnum-like (dark-green in spring and summer) but you may also find clusters of broom-like shoots.

Laburnocytisus Adamii has an unusual origin - at the Adam nurseries near Paris in 1825, a nurseryman was grafting Purple Broom after Laburnum and the accidental grafting resulted in this remarkable tree. Quite rare but easy to keep, Laburnocytisis is a stunning addition to any garden and is suited to a sheltered position with moist, well-drained soil in full sun. Broom Laburnum will grow to an eventual height and spread of 4 x 2.5m in 20 years. This unusual tree is a real conversation starter and will ensure you have the most original garden on the street!

Note: every part of this tree is toxic to humans and animals when ingested, especially the seed pods.

AKA +Laburnocytisus 'Adamii' Tree, Broom Laburnum, Adam's Laburnum, Adam's Golden Rain Tree

Planting Steps

1Preparation

Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

Water generously around the base of the plant.
If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.

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