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Goldenrain Tree

Koelreuteria Paniculata

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Overview

The Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria paniculata) is a striking ornamental that reaches 30-40 feet in height with an equal spread. Celebrated for its mid-summer blooms of vibrant yellow clusters, this specimen provides autumn spectacle with pinkish-red seed pods. It thrives in full sun, adapts to various soils, and boasts moderate drought tolerance. Configured with a broad, rounded canopy, it's a captivating choice for bold visual interest in temperate landscapes.

Sun FullWater LowZones 6–10Type TreeClimate Temperate
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — Celebrated for its mid-summer blooms of vibrant yellow clusters
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — tree for full; while multiple trees can be used for creating avenues or borders within larger spaces, image 72Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — this specimen provides autumn spectacle with pinkish-red seed pods; resembling a golden rain - hence, image 50Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — yellow flowers in the garden; it reaches a mature height of approximately 30 to 40 feet with a spread of 30 to 35Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — it's a captivating choice for bold visual interest in temperate landscapes; celebrated for its, image 52Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — creating a rounded or vase-like canopy that casts a dappled shade; the Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria paniculata) isGoldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — Celebrated for its mid-summer blooms of vibrant yellow clusters; it's a captivating choice for bold, image 49+113

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Sapindaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — Celebrated for its mid-summer blooms of vibrant yellow clusters
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — tree for full; while multiple trees can be used for creating avenues or borders within larger spaces, image 72
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — this specimen provides autumn spectacle with pinkish-red seed pods; resembling a golden rain - hence, image 50
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — yellow flowers in the garden; it reaches a mature height of approximately 30 to 40 feet with a spread of 30 to 35
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — it's a captivating choice for bold visual interest in temperate landscapes; celebrated for its, image 52
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — creating a rounded or vase-like canopy that casts a dappled shade; the Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria paniculata) is
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — Celebrated for its mid-summer blooms of vibrant yellow clusters; it's a captivating choice for bold, image 49
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — this specimen provides autumn spectacle with pinkish-red seed pods; resembling a golden rain - hence, image 74
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — resembling a golden rain - hence the tree's common name; this specimen provides autumn spectacle with, image 83
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — while multiple trees can be used for creating avenues or borders within larger spaces; tree for full, image 93
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — yellow flowers in the garden
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — resembling a golden rain - hence the tree's common name; this specimen provides autumn spectacle with pinkish-red
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — this specimen provides autumn spectacle with pinkish-red seed pods; resembling a golden rain - hence, image 98
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — turning from green to pinkish-purple in autumn
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — The Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria paniculata) is a visually striking; creating a rounded or vase-like, image 53
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — turning from green to pinkish-purple in autumn; the Goldenrain Tree tolerates pollution and isn't, image 85
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — tree for full; while multiple trees can be used for creating avenues or borders within larger spaces, image 96
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — the flowers give way to papery fruit capsules measuring 1 to 2 inches; this species is hardy in USDA Zones 5
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — resembling a golden rain - hence the tree's common name
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — while multiple trees can be used for creating avenues or borders within larger spaces; tree for full, image 69
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — yellow flowers in the garden; it reaches a mature height of approximately 30 to 40 feet with a spread, image 94
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — tree with yellow blooms; while adaptable to various pH levels, it prefers a slightly acidic to neutral ground
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — while multiple trees can be used for creating avenues or borders within larger spaces; tree for full
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — A single specimen makes an enchanting focal point; making it an excellent choice for city landscapes.<br><br>When
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