Common Name: Goldenraintree Latin Name: Koelreuteria paniculata Tree Size: Medium Leaf Type: Deciduous Growth Rate: Moderate Water Needs: Moderate Tolerances: Salty soil or sea-spray, drought, alkaline soils (pH > 7.5) Attributes: reliable fall color, showy or fragrant flower, attractive seeds or fruit Features: Large sprays of yellow flowers in spring and attractive brown seed pods in late summer. Comments: All-around good selection for urban settings. K. bipinnata may flower better in South Texas. Problems: Requires pruning to develop strong branch structure. Firewise: Yes

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