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Scotch Laburnum

Laburnum Alpinum

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Overview

Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum alpinum), an ornamental deciduous tree, reaches up to 20 feet tall with a spread of 15 feet. Famed for its pendulous clusters of vivid yellow flowers, it blooms in late spring. The gray-green foliage adds a serene backdrop. Thriving in well-drained soils, it requires full sun to partial shade. Caution: Its seeds are highly toxic if ingested. Ideal for accentuating height in garden designs.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 4–7Type Tree
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — This small deciduous tree matures to a height of 15 to 25 feet with a similar spread
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — Famed for its pendulous clusters of vivid yellow flowers, it blooms in late springScotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — perhaps near a patio or pathway; this small deciduous tree matures to a height of 15 to 25 feet with a similar spreadScotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — Caution: Its seeds are highly toxic if ingestedScotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — an ornamental deciduous tree; this small deciduous tree matures to a height of 15 to 25 feet with a similar, image 44Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — Thriving in well-drained soils, it requires full sun to partial shade; while relatively low maintenance, image 48Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — An ideal placement would be in a location where its rich flowering can be admired; famed for its pendulous clusters of+57

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Low, Medium
USDA zones
4–7

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Fabaceae

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Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — This small deciduous tree matures to a height of 15 to 25 feet with a similar spread
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — Famed for its pendulous clusters of vivid yellow flowers, it blooms in late spring
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — perhaps near a patio or pathway; this small deciduous tree matures to a height of 15 to 25 feet with a similar spread
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — Caution: Its seeds are highly toxic if ingested
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — an ornamental deciduous tree; this small deciduous tree matures to a height of 15 to 25 feet with a similar, image 44
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — Thriving in well-drained soils, it requires full sun to partial shade; while relatively low maintenance, image 48
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — An ideal placement would be in a location where its rich flowering can be admired; famed for its pendulous clusters of
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — which drape elegantly from its branches each spring
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — scientifically known as Laburnum alpinum; while relatively low maintenance, image 51
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — as it can become susceptible to pests like leaf miners and aphids
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — Caution: Its seeds are highly toxic if ingested; famed for its pendulous clusters of vivid yellow flowers, it, image 49
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum alpinum)
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — The gray-green foliage adds a serene backdrop; this small deciduous tree matures to a height of 15 to 25 feet, image 47
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — Caution: Its seeds are highly toxic if ingested; famed for its pendulous clusters of vivid yellow flowers, it blooms in
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — While relatively low maintenance
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — as it can become susceptible to pests like leaf miners and aphids; this small deciduous tree matures to a height of 15 to
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — Laburnum alpinum thrives in well-drained soil and prefers full sun to partial shade
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — reaches up to 20 feet tall with a spread of 15 feet; while relatively low maintenance, image 45
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — each leaflet approximately 2 to 3 inches in length; this small deciduous tree matures to a height of 15 to 25 feet with a
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — it's essential to keep the Laburnum alpinum in check
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — an ornamental deciduous tree
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum alpinum); famed for its pendulous clusters of vivid yellow flowers, it blooms in late spring
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — Thriving in well-drained soils, it requires full sun to partial shade; while relatively low maintenance
Scotch Laburnum (Laburnum Alpinum) — These impressive cascades can grow up to 10 inches long, creating a dramatic visual effect; famed for its, image 55
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