Tree
Golden Rain Tree
Koelreuteria paniculata
Varieties We Carry
StandardKoelreuteria paniculata
Sizes & Pricing
7 galFrom$74.95
15 galFrom$150.00
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 4.
LightFull Sun
WaterModerate
Mature size30-40 feet × 30-40 feet
About 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. Starting at $74.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Clay, Alkaline, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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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
Light
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
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.
Soil & Fertilizer
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.
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Common questions
Is Golden Rain Tree a good plant for St. Augustine?
Golden Rain Tree is a tree for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 30-40 feet × 30-40 feet.
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.