Koelreuteria paniculata Fastigiata

Narrow Goldenrain Tree

Koelreuteria paniculata ‘Fastigiata’ (Upright Golden Rain Tree)

A more narrowly upright selection of the golden rain tree, Koelreuteria paniculata ‘Fastigiata’ features a columnar to narrowly oval form, making it ideal for tighter spaces. It produces bright yellow flower panicles in early to mid-summer, followed by the signature papery, lantern-like seed pods that mature to pinkish tones. The compound foliage emerges slightly bronze, matures to green, and may turn yellow in fall. Its refined habit and durability make it especially useful in urban and restricted planting areas.

Type: Deciduous tree
Mature Size: 15–20′ W × 30–40′ H
USDA Zones: 5a–9b
Form: Upright, columnar to narrowly oval

Light: Full sun
Soil: Adaptable; tolerates poor, dry, and alkaline soils
Water: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established

Bloom Time: Early to mid-summer
Bloom Length: Moderate; typically 2–3 weeks

Wildlife: Bees

Features & Landscape Uses:
Street tree, narrow spaces, urban plantings, patios, specimen tree, drought-tolerant landscapes, ornamental seed pods

Care:
Prune when young to establish strong structure. Tolerates heat, drought, and air pollution. May self-seed lightly—remove seedlings if needed. Best performance in well-drained soils.

Plant type

Deciduous Tree, Flowering Ornamental Tree

Height

30'-40'

Width

15-20'

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Bloom time

Early Summer, Mid Summer

Flower color

Yellow

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Yellow

Attracts

Bees

Soil

Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Corner Accent, Specimen

Shape

Narrow Upright, Oval, Upright

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No