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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in hot tap water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 30-60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: if boiling water treatment does not allow seed to imbibe, sulfuric acid treatment is required, fall sowing in mulched beds is prefered to artificial stratification

Native to: China, Guangxi, Sichuan

Introduced to: Australia, United States

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Koelreuteria bipinnataKoelreuteria bipinnata

Chinese Flame Tree

In Stock: 1.915 lb (Total:1.915lb)

Koelreuteria bipinnata

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1.92 lb

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Germination:

91%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

5,727

Quantity:

1.92 lb

Collected in:

China

Crop year:

2023

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1833983

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in hot tap water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 30-60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: if boiling water treatment does not allow seed to imbibe, sulfuric acid treatment is required, fall sowing in mulched beds is prefered to artificial stratification

Native to: China, Guangxi, Sichuan

Introduced to: Australia, United States

Native

Introduced

Discover the captivating allure of Chinese Flame Tree (Koelreuteria bipinnata), a rare and exquisite addition to your landscape. Hailing from East Asia, this deciduous marvel reaches a mature height of 30 to 40 feet with a width of 15 to 30 feet, making it a striking specimen or shade tree. Adorned with bright-green, twice-pinnate leaves that transition to a delicate yellow in the fall, its aesthetic appeal is undeniable. In late summer, Chinese Flame Tree showcases spectacular golden-yellow flowers with a hint of red, clustered in upright panicles that attract pollinators with their enchanting fragrance.

This dedicated member of the maple family, thriving in USDA Zones 7-9, is resilient to heat, wind, salt spray, and drought, making it adaptable to various settings including Asian, pollinator, and sensory gardens. Though tolerant of different soil types, it prefers alkaline, well-drained soils in full sun. Following its floral display, rosy-pink, papery seed capsules emerge, adding further visual interest. While generally pest-free, regular pruning is recommended to maintain a strong structure due to its cascading branches. Enrich your garden with Chinese Flame Tree, a long-lived beauty that promises elegance and vitality throughout the seasons.