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Koelreuteria bipinnata

Chinese Flame Tree

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Greg Applegate/Dave Ryden

 

Description

This beautiful tree slowly reaches 20'-30' tall and slightly wider, with a spreading habit. Fragrant yellow flowers bloom in summer, followed by pink colored seed capsules. Green foliage turns yellow in fall before dropping leaves. Chinese Flame Tree prefers full sun and moderate amount of watering, more in hot summer months. This is a great street tree as roots are not invasive.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Lawn, Patio, Park, Street Tree

Special Uses

Cut Flowers, Screen, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.