PIPTANTHUS nepalensis

Commonly known as Evergreen laburnum, Nepal laburnum

(Syn. laburnifolius) - a Himalayan evergreen shrub suitable for a sunny wall with glossy leaves and bright yellow laburnum-like flowers in May. An excellent wall shrub

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Pot size 2 to 3 Litre

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Plant Details

Flowering

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Pests & Diseases
None
Place of origin
Southwestern China and Himalayas
Deciduous
Semi-evergreen
Keeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.

3-palmate leaves composed of lance-shaped leaflets to 15cm (6in) long
Yellow
4cm (1½in) long
Racemes
Upright, terminal racemes
Frost hardy (down to -5)
Blue
Blue-green, blue-white beneath
Height
2.5m (8ft)
Spread
2m (6½ft)
Tall Shrub
Open, upright shrub. Produces pea-like flowers
Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
Spring Seasonal Interest

Mature Size

2.5m (8ft)
	2m (6½ft)

Planting Tips and Care Advice

Pruning group

Pruning group 1

Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.

Pruning group 8

Suitable for: Wall trained shrubs and less vigorous climbers.
Action: For climbers 'spur prune' by cutting back 3-4 buds of the permanent framework. For wall trained shrubs cut back flowered shoots to within 2-4 buds of permanent framework.
When: Annually after flowers if on previous year's growth, or in late Winter or Spring if on current year's growth.
Soil Conditions

Fertile well drained soil
Sun Requirements

Full sun

shelter from cold winds

Partial shade