Plant Care Laburnum Anagyroides

Laburnum Anagyroides

About Laburnum Anagyroides

Laburnum anagyroides is a small deciduous tree or large shrub up to 30 ft tall. It flowers during May and June with pea-like, yellow flowers densely packed in pendulous racemes 4 to 10 in long. The seeds are legumes with large numbers of black seeds that contain cytisine, an alkaloid extremely poisonous to humans as well as goats and horses.

Taxonomy

Laburnum anagyroides
Laburnum
Fabaceae
Fabales

Also known as

Common Laburnum, Common Laburnum, Golden chain and Golden rain

How to care for Laburnum Anagyroides

💦 Water

How often to water your Laburnum Anagyroides

Water needs for Laburnum Anagyroides
0.5 cups
every 9

Laburnum Anagyroides needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Laburnum Anagyroides

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Common Laburnum in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Laburnum Anagyroides: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Laburnum Anagyroides love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Laburnum Anagyroides does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Laburnum Anagyroides in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Laburnum Anagyroides

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Laburnum Anagyroides: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Laburnum Anagyroides after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Laburnum Anagyroides can be challenging to care for, according to some plant parents. Check out the reviews down below to learn from their experiences!

How to Grow Common Laburnum →

Benefits of Growing Common Laburnum →

Common Common Laburnum Problems →

Outdoor Care Guide for Common Laburnum →


💦 Water Needs

Laburnum Anagyroides prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Common Laburnum Water Frequency →

Common Laburnum Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Laburnum Anagyroides requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Common Laburnum Light Requirements →

Common Laburnum Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Laburnum Anagyroides is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Laburnum Anagyroides is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Is Common Laburnum Edible? →

Common Laburnum Toxicity to Cats →

Common Laburnum Toxicity to Dogs →

Common Laburnum Toxicity to Humans →


💩 Fertilizer

Laburnum Anagyroides grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Common Laburnum →


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Laburnum Anagyroides grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Common Laburnum Lifecycle →

Common Laburnum Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Common Laburnum →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Laburnum Anagyroides, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Laburnum Anagyroides

Laburnum Anagyroides

Laburnum Anagyroides


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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