Laburnum alpinum
Golden Chain
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Golden Chain (Laburnum alpinum) - Description
Laburnum alpinum, Scotch Laburnum, is a leguminous deciduous tree. It is native to Central and Southern Europe and has naturalized in Scotland.
Golden Chain (Laburnum alpinum) - Blooming
Clusters of yellow flowers, hanging in 12 inch chains for two weeks in late spring/early summer.
Golden Chain (Laburnum alpinum) - Growth
Small trees with trifoliate leaves and narrow seedpods. All parts, especially seeds, are poisonous if ingested. Grows to 15 feet tall and 12 feet wide. Grows best in full sun.
Golden Chain (Laburnum alpinum) - Planting
Sow seeds of species in fall, in containers in a cold frame for protection. Can also graft or bud to propagate.
Golden Chain (Laburnum alpinum) - Pest
Aphids and mealybugs. Other problems include twig blight, tip dieback, leaf spot, and canker.
Golden Chain (Laburnum alpinum) - Interesting facts
While eating any part of the plant will lead to serious poisoning, the heartwood of this tree is an attractive dark substitute for ebony.
Golden Chain (Laburnum alpinum) - Soil and irrigation
Humus rich, moist, well-drained soil. Tolerates alkaline soil.
