Laburnum Vossii Golden Chain mature tree 12-14cm girth

Golden Chain flowers on Laburnum x watereri 'Vossii'

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Laburnum x watereri 'Vossii' Tree

Name: Laburnum x watereri 'Vossii' Tree
Brand: Ornamental Trees
SKU: LXW.SS.10.1
Price: 75.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

Golden Chain Tree

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Multi stem tree

Two or more stems arising from or near ground level

Mature standard tree

1.8m-2.0m clear stem with a branched crown on top

Single stem tree

Classic tree with one trunk

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Planting & Care

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Key features

Final size 5 x 4 metres in 20 years

Foliage Deciduous light-green, pinnate leaves in spring and summer.

Position Prefers full sun but will tolerate part shade

Soil Prefers well-drained sitees, most soil types including chalk

Description

Long racemes of magnificent bright yellow flowers hang from the branches of Laburnum x watereri 'Vossii' in May and June. It is commonly called the Golden Chain tree for this magnificent display, which often lasts for two to three weeks. The flowers are highly scented and popular with bees. Foliage is pinnate and light-green, giving a bright backdrop for the luminous flowers.

Voss’s laburnum is the most popular hybrid of the common Laburnum (Laburnum gyroides) and was bred in Holland in the 1880's. This variety will grow to a rounded shape of about 5 x 4 metres in 20 years and is sometimes used to create a laburnum walk (an arch of Laburnums held up on a trellis structure). A very hardy and tough flowering tree, it will tolerate cold, inland exposure and chalk when given a sunny position on well drained soil.

Note: All parts of this tree are toxic to humans and animals when ingested.

AKA Voss’s laburnum, Golden chain tree, 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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