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Koelreuteria paniculata 'September'

Family Sapindaceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 9 - 12 m (30 - 40 ft)
Spread 9 - 12 m (30 - 40 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description This splendid flowering tree transforms your yard when it is in bloom. The tree Koelreuteria paniculata 'September' (golden rain tree) bears showy and bright yellow blossoms during late summer to early fall. The glossy foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture. Koelreuteria paniculata 'September' (golden rain tree) produces showy fruit. This plant has cork-like bark.
Typical Uses Shade and street planting.
Special Characteristics Koelreuteria paniculata 'September' is tolerant of drought, compacted soil, pollution and salt. In autumn, Koelreuteria paniculata 'September' is alight with fall colour.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Koelreuteria paniculata 'September' (golden rain tree) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. Be advised that Koelreuteria paniculata 'September' (golden rain tree) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.