Chinese flame tree, aka bougainvillea goldenrain tree (K. bipinnata), is another tree option in U.S. southern landscapes (USDA hardiness zones 7-10). It is closely related to the more widely planted goldenrain tree (Koelruteria paniculata). This fast growing tree develops into a nice 20-40 feet tall medium-size tree with an irregular canopy. Chinese flame tree is highly drought tolerant (after one year established). […]
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Uniquely Different Chinese Flame Tree
Posted by Hugh on September 18th, 2016
Posted in acidic soil, Bees and other pollinators, Deer resistant, Disease resistant, Disease resistant, Drought tolerant, Environmental issues, Flame tree (Koelreuteria), Flower Arranging, Fragrant, Golden Raintree, Invasive species, Medium sized Tree, Messy Fruits, Ornamental fruit, Propagation (Seed), Purchasing Plants, Southern Appalachian Region, Summer flowering, Summer heat tolerant, Trees & Shrubs, watering tips, winter hardiness, Winter Protection 
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Posted by Hugh on October 13th, 2015
Fruit avoidance is on the mind of many property owners when purchasing trees and shrubs for their yard. Many like crabapples, mulberries and Chinese (kousa) dogwoods produce fleshy or pulpy fruits that mess lawns, walkways and stain parked cars. Many, not all, are non-native and foraging birds and […]
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