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Koelreuteria bipinnata

Chinese Flame Tree

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

 

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:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.