Koelreuteria Paniculata – Golden Rain Tree

Koelreuteria Paniculata – Golden Rain Tree

Golden Rain Tree

Koelreutria paniculata

Plant Type: Deciduous, small to medium shade tree

Habit: Rounded, spreading, open canopy

Mature Size: 30’ tall; 30’ wide

Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

Zones: 6-9

Foliage: Pinnately compound medium green; yellow in fall

Flower: Long panicles of fragrant dense yellow blooms in late summer followed by papery Chinese lantern seed pods which turn deep shade of pink and last for 3 to 5 weeks.

Requirements: Acidic, well drained, moist soil; full sun; drought tolerant once established

Landscape Characteristics: Excellent medium sized shade tree, perfect for parkways and patios.