About

Piptanthus nepalensis, the Himalayan laburnum, is a fast-growing, semi-evergreen shrub to 2.5 m with bold, three-leaflet leaves to 20 cm long on conspicuously hairy stems. Bright-yellow, pea-like flowers in clusters 5�8 cm long are borne in spring. A beautiful and striking wall shrub for a warm, sheltered, well-drained position.

About the genus

Piptanthus are fast-growing, semi-evergreen shrubs with bold, three-leaflet leaves and bright-yellow, pea-like flowers in spring. Grown as wall shrubs in warm, sheltered, well-drained positions.

Plant details

Suggested usesWalls, fences, pergolas.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in fertile, well-drained soil. Provide support.
PruningTrain and prune after flowering.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.