Pride of India, Golden Rain Tree, Varnish Tree, Shrimp Tree, China Tree
A fine tree for the landscape, Koelreuteria paniculata (Golden Rain Tree) is an elegant small deciduous tree with an open branching habit and a rounded canopy of pinnate or bipinnate, feathery leaves, 18 in. long (45 cm). Emerging pinkish-purple in spring, the leaves mature to bright apple-green as the season progresses and may turn a lovely golden yellow in the fall. In summer, a profusion of rich yellow flowers appear in long clusters, 12 in. long (30 cm), at the tips of the branches. They last several weeks and create a most spectacular floral display. The flowers are followed by hanging clusters of papery, lantern-like seed capsules. These turn rusty brown by fall and persist into winter. The heavy crop of stunning flowers, handsome foliage, ornamental fruit, and tolerance to drought, heat, and wind make Golden Rain Tree a desirable tree for landscaping. Popular as a street tree, it is an excellent specimen tree that deserves a prominent position in the landscape.
Hardiness |
6 - 9 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A2 |
Plant Type | Trees |
Plant Family | Sapindaceae |
Common names | Golden Rain Tree |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
Height | 30' - 40' (9.1m - 12.2m) |
Spread | 30' - 40' (9.1m - 12.2m) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Fruit & Berries |
Tolerance | Drought, Clay Soil |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
Hardiness |
6 - 9 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A2 |
Plant Type | Trees |
Plant Family | Sapindaceae |
Common names | Golden Rain Tree |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
Height | 30' - 40' (9.1m - 12.2m) |
Spread | 30' - 40' (9.1m - 12.2m) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Fruit & Berries |
Tolerance | Drought, Clay Soil |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
How many Koelreuteria paniculata (Golden Rain Tree) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Koelreuteria paniculata (Golden Rain Tree) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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