Koelreuteria paniculata
Golden Rain Tree, Varnish Tree
Description
This is a small to medium sized tree which produces lacy foliage and upright yellow flower clusters in the summer. It is tolerant of both urban conditions and various soil types.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25', 25-40'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Blue Green, Light Green
Bark Color
Brown, Grey
Fruit Color
Brown, Yellow
Fruit Season
Fall
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Messy
Design Styles
Japanese, Tropical
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Background, Lawn, Patio, Street Tree
Special Uses
Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.
Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.