Description
Koelreuteria elegans, is a very popular landscape tree because of its colorful petals and conical fruit capsules.
Flamegold is a very popular landscape tree native to China, Korea and Taiwan. The tree is more commonly seen covered with large clusters of persistent rose-colored, papery capsules, which may be mistaken for the blooms.
Flowers are small, fragrant, and appear in very showy, dense, panicles at the end of branches. The bark is smooth and light brown when young, becoming ridged and furrowed as the tree matures.Plant Specifications
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
| Common Name | Chinese Flame tree, Flame gold, Chinese Rain Tree |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 30 to 45 feet |
| Flower Colour | Yellow |
| Bloom Time | Late summer |
| Difficulty Level | Easy |
Planting and care
Dead wood is often present in the canopy and should be removed periodically to maintain a neat appearance.
Golden Rain Tree care
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Watering | Dry to medium moisture levels. |
| Soil | Average well-drained soil. |
| Temperature | Hardiness upto 25 degrees F. |
| Fertilizer | Fertilize in spring with a tree plant food. |
Golden Rain Tree uses
Ornamental Use:
- Used as landscape tree, used in everlasting flower arrangements
Culinary Use:
- It is very popular for use in everlasting flower arrangements