Tree Portfolio
Golden Rain Tree (Koelreuteria elegans) - Not Recommended

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Florida Native: |
No |
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Special interest: |
Yellow flowers, pink seed pods in fall |
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Growth Rate: |
Moderate |
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Height at Maturity: |
35' |
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Width at Maturity: |
30' |
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Grow Space: |
Medium, 20' from OHU |
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Soil Requirements: |
Any, occasionally wet |
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Cold Hardiness: |
Semi-hardy |
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Evergreen/Deciduous: |
Dediduous |
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Salt Tolerance: |
Moderate |
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Drought Tolerance: |
High |
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Comments: |
In urban settings, this tough tree will tolerate harsh conditions. The main drawbacks of this tree are poor wind resistance and its production of weedy-invasive seedlings. Could be used in urban centers where seedlings could be better controlled. |
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Uses: |
Parking lots, specimen, shade |
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Maintenance: |
$$$ | |
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