Indian Golden Rain Tree

Also known as Pride of India (despite coming from East Asia), Koelreuteria paniculata is a medium-sized, elegant, deciduous tree with a broad, spreading crown. Long panicles of yellow flowers appear in spring, followed by reddish-bronze, bladder-like, lantern-shaped fruits. The leaves, heavily divided into serrated leaflets, emerge pinkish, turning bright green in summer and brilliant shades of yellow and orange in autumn. The golden rain tree thrives on dry chalky soils, and tolerates urban pollution.

Site: Tolerates exposure
Soil: Any reasonably well-drained soil
Position: Full sun
Season of Interest: Spring, summer, autumn.
Hardiness: Hardy
Height: Eventually 33’ (10m) Spread: 33’ (10m)