Lionel Fortescueis an evergreen shrub, which grows very tall, which means it can be grown into a tree. It's foliage is green and each leaf is edged with spines. In autumn, tall clusters of yellow flowers appear that last through to winter, giving your garden some colour in the cooler months. 

At a glance:

Evergreen foliage

Yellow flowers appear in autumn

Full shade/partial shade

Well drained fertile soil

Hardy

Will reach a height of 4m and a spread of 4m over 10-20 years