Koelreuteria bipinnata
Chinese Flame Tree
Description
Good street tree to plant under with unususal seed pods in the fall that provide color. Broad, flat, top provides good shade for patio.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Orange, Red
Fruit Season
Fall
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Ranch, Tropical
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Lawn, Parking Strip, Patio, Park, Parking Lot, Street Tree
Special Uses
Cut Flowers, Screen, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Adjust sprinklers to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways.