Koelreuteria Paniculata (Pride Of India) 'Fastigiata'

Species	:	Koelreuteria Paniculata Fastigiata
Common Name(s)	:	Pride of India
Tree Features	:	Inedible Fruit,Yellow Flower,Good for Bees
Genus	:	Koelreuteria
Seasons of Interest	:	Summer Interest,Autumn Interest
Shape	:	Narrow
Mature Size	:	Medium (10-15m)
Soil Type	:	Alkaline Soil,Dry Soil
Tree Type	:	Deciduous Broad Leaf
Tree uses	:	Sheltered Sites,Garden,Parkland Trees

A columnar form of Pride of India.

Raised by Kew Gardens from seeds received in 1888 from Shanghai, this botanical oddity is a must for plant collectors.

A good choice for restricted spaces and excellent as a specimen tree in a park.

The clusters of small yellow flowers which it produces in July and August are followed by lantern shaped fruits in the autumn.

It does best in dry, calcareous soils and in a reasonably sheltered position, such as an urban courtyard garden.

Mature height: 5-10m

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