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We received some Golden Rain Tree on Jul 16, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Last received Jul 16, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Pet toxicity: Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses
Pet safety guideAbout Golden Rain Tree
Golden Rain Tree (Koelreuteria paniculata) is a deciduous tree native to eastern Asia, producing large, showy panicles of bright yellow flowers in summer followed by distinctive papery, lantern-like seed pods that turn pink to bronze. Its rounded canopy, multi-season ornamental interest, and adaptability to heat and drought make it a popular landscape specimen.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Clay, Alkaline, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended months: January, February, March, October, November, December.
Seasonal care
New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Foliage may begin to change or drop. Ideal planting window.
Dormant — drops foliage. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Plant in full sun; Golden Rain Tree performs best with at least 6–8 hours of direct sun daily and tolerates the intense heat of NE Florida summers well once established.
Water regularly for the first 1–2 years to establish a deep root system; once established, this tree is drought-tolerant and rarely needs supplemental irrigation in zone 9b.
Highly adaptable to sandy, clay, or alkaline Florida soils; fertilize young trees in spring with a balanced slow-release product; note that prolific seed set can result in seedling spread — manage fallen pods in natural areas.
Similar needs
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Redbud
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Sea Grape
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Common questions
Is Golden Rain Tree a good plant for St. Augustine?
Golden Rain Tree is a tree. Mature size: 30-40 feet × 30-40 feet. Light: Full Sun. Water needs: Moderate. Recorded hardiness zone: 9a.
What is the recorded pet toxicity for Golden Rain Tree?
Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.