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Ornamental Plants plus Version 2.0 - 00000824
01/01/98

Laburnum X watereri--Goldenchain Tree

Hardiness Zones: 5 to 7                                     
Height: 15 ft   Spread: 12 ft  Form: oval                   
Type: deciduous tree                                        
Annual Growth Rate: 12 to 18 inches                         
Flowers: Yellow                                             

Comments: Provide Goldenchain Tree with a well-drained      
soil, however, the tree is reported to tolerate a high pH.  
The main ornamental feature is the long, drooping clusters  
of yellow flowers.  Avoid areas with excessive cold or      
heat.  The tree grows best when given light, midday shade.  
The parents of this hybrid are L. alpinum and L.            
anagyriodes.                                                

Cultivars:                                                  
   'Vossii' - A cultivar with longer flower clusters and a  
     denser habit.                                          

References for Cultivars: J. Frank Schmidt and Son 1997,    
Bailey Nurseries 1997, Weston Nurseries 1997, Monrovia      
Nursery Company 1997, Wayside Gardens 1996, Moller's        
Nursery 1997.                                               

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