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Vossi Golden Chain Tree
Laburnum x watereri 'Vossii'
Pronunciation: la-BER-num x wa-ter-ER-i
SKU #05433
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 20 ft. tall, 15 ft. wide.
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| Description | Spectacular color from long, drooping clusters of lightly fragrant, bright yellow flowers! This very attractive garden tree has an upright base with a beautiful spreading canopy and bluish-green foliage. A great choice for use as a single specimen or for a group planting. Flowering is most prolific in cooler summer regions. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Espalier |
| Design Ideas | There is no doubt that this is the favorite flowering tree of English country gardens. Lovely as a single specimen, bursting into delicious bloom every spring. To compound the display, plant in a small grove. Perfect for small city gardens, country fenced yards or in the mountains, where it will stand out brightly in dark piney forests. |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Boxwood (Buxus); Weigela (Weigela); Juniper (Juniperus); Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Coneflower (Echinacea); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia) |
| Care Instructions | Provide deep, enriched, slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained soil. Avoid hot, dry sites and harsh afternoon sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Fertilize in early spring. Remove root suckers as they emerge. Seed pods are toxic; do not ingest. |
| History | This tree is a hybrid of L. alpinium and L anagyroides, both species of southern Europe. The flowers indicate its presence in the Pea family, the genus conferred by Fredrich Medicus, 1736-1808, from the original Latin vernacular. |
| Lore | Both flowers and seeds of the golden chain tree are highly poisonous. |
Details
| Description | Spectacular color from long, drooping clusters of lightly fragrant, bright yellow flowers! This very attractive garden tree has an upright base with a beautiful spreading canopy and bluish-green foliage. A great choice for use as a single specimen or for a group planting. Flowering is most prolific in cooler summer regions. Deciduous. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Espalier |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | There is no doubt that this is the favorite flowering tree of English country gardens. Lovely as a single specimen, bursting into delicious bloom every spring. To compound the display, plant in a small grove. Perfect for small city gardens, country fenced yards or in the mountains, where it will stand out brightly in dark piney forests. |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Boxwood (Buxus); Weigela (Weigela); Juniper (Juniperus); Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Coneflower (Echinacea); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide deep, enriched, slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained soil. Avoid hot, dry sites and harsh afternoon sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Fertilize in early spring. Remove root suckers as they emerge. Seed pods are toxic; do not ingest. |
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History
| History | This tree is a hybrid of L. alpinium and L anagyroides, both species of southern Europe. The flowers indicate its presence in the Pea family, the genus conferred by Fredrich Medicus, 1736-1808, from the original Latin vernacular. |
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| Lore | Both flowers and seeds of the golden chain tree are highly poisonous. |
Frequently asked questions
Does Vossi Golden Chain Tree produce flowers?
Spring
Is Vossi Golden Chain Tree evergreen or deciduous?
Vossi Golden Chain Tree is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Vossi Golden Chain Tree?
Vossi Golden Chain Tree is Easy Care, Benefits Birds.
Is Vossi Golden Chain Tree resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant
How fast does Vossi Golden Chain Tree grow?
Vossi Golden Chain Tree has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Vossi Golden Chain Tree?
Vossi Golden Chain Tree grows in an Spreading habit.
Where can I use Vossi Golden Chain Tree in my landscape?
Vossi Golden Chain Tree is suitable for: Espalier.
How can I use Vossi Golden Chain Tree in my garden design?
There is no doubt that this is the favorite flowering tree of English country gardens. Lovely as a single specimen, bursting into delicious bloom every spring. To compound the display, plant in a small grove. Perfect for small city gardens, country fenced yards or in the mountains, where it will stand out brightly in dark piney forests.
What color are Vossi Golden Chain Tree flowers?
Vossi Golden Chain Tree produces Yellow flowers.
What color is the foliage of Vossi Golden Chain Tree?
Vossi Golden Chain Tree has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Vossi Golden Chain Tree?
Good companion plants for Vossi Golden Chain Tree include: Boxwood (Buxus); Weigela (Weigela); Juniper (Juniperus); Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Coneflower (Echinacea); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia).
How do I care for Vossi Golden Chain Tree?
Provide deep, enriched, slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained soil. Avoid hot, dry sites and harsh afternoon sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Fertilize in early spring. Remove root suckers as they emerge. Seed pods are toxic; do not ingest.
What is the history of Vossi Golden Chain Tree?
This tree is a hybrid of L. alpinium and L anagyroides, both species of southern Europe. The flowers indicate its presence in the Pea family, the genus conferred by Fredrich Medicus, 1736-1808, from the original Latin vernacular.
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