Koelreuteria paniculata, better known as the Chinese lacquer tree or balloon tree, is a remarkable ornamental tree that offers something striking to look at over several seasons. In spring, the young leaves emerge in shades of bronze; in mid-summer, large panicles of small yellow flowers appear, followed by the characteristic inflated fruits. In autumn, the leaves turn warm shades of yellow and orange.<\/p>\n
This set comprises two young plants that can be grown into a substantial multi-stemmed shrub or a medium-sized tree. This species thrives particularly well in a warm, sunny spot; warm summers generally result in more abundant flowering.<\/p>\n
Why choose Koelreuteria paniculata?<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Large yellow flower panicles in the middle of summer Contents of this set<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 2 x Koelreuteria paniculata \u2013 Chinese lacquer tree The plants are supplied in a nursery pot and will continue to grow after planting. The stated height at the time of delivery is always approximate for these young 9 cm plants. Depending on the season, pruning and stage of growth, the plants may be a few centimetres shorter or taller.<\/p>\n On growth, flowering and fruiting<\/strong><\/p>\n Koelreuteria paniculata naturally grows as a large shrub, a multi-stemmed tree or a medium-sized tree. As the plant matures, it develops a broad, almost round and somewhat irregular crown. Under favourable conditions, the tree can eventually reach a height of around 5 to 10 metres or more.<\/p>\n The large, compound leaf consists of several leaflets. When it first emerges, the leaf often has a lovely bronze-like hue, before turning green during the summer. In autumn, it changes colour again, taking on shades of yellow to orange.<\/p>\n In July and August, large, loose panicles may appear, bearing numerous small yellow flowers. The flowering period occurs relatively late in the season and therefore makes a lovely addition to trees and shrubs that mainly flower in spring. Bees and other pollinating insects are keen to visit the flowers.<\/p>\n After flowering, the tree produces its distinctive bladder-shaped fruits, from which it derives its name, the \u2018bladder tree\u2019. These start out green and then turn bronze-coloured. The papery fruits contain black seeds. The fruits can remain on the tree for a long time.<\/p>\n Care<\/strong><\/p>\n The Chinese lacquer tree prefers a sunny, warm and somewhat sheltered spot. The warmer and sunnier the summer, the greater the chance of abundant flowering, as a rule.<\/p>\n This species has relatively few soil requirements. Well-drained garden soil is the most important factor. Once well-established, Koelreuteria can tolerate dry spells well.<\/p>\n Young plants do need to be watered regularly during their first growing season. This helps them to develop a strong, deep root system. You can fertilise them in the spring using a general-purpose organic fertiliser, but heavy fertilisation is not necessary.<\/p>\n Prune<\/strong><\/p>\n Koelreuteria paniculata requires very little pruning. Its natural, somewhat irregular crown is, in fact, a characteristic feature of this species.<\/p>\n If you wish to grow one of the young plants into a tree, you can focus your efforts during the first few years on developing a single, continuous trunk and crown. For a multi-stemmed form, on the other hand, you can retain several strong shoots.<\/p>\n You should also remove mainly damaged, crossing or unwanted branches.<\/p>\n Winter care<\/strong><\/p>\n Once well established, Koelreuteria paniculata is hardy and well suited to the Dutch climate. Young plants are somewhat more sensitive to severe frost and cold winds.<\/p>\n We therefore recommend planting these young 9 cm plants in a slightly sheltered spot. Should new growth be damaged during a harsh winter, a healthy plant will usually recover well in the spring.<\/p>\n The Chinese lacquer tree is deciduous. After the autumn colours have faded, the leaves fall off and the plant stands bare throughout the winter.<\/p>\n A special tree for lovers of striking varieties<\/strong><\/p>\n Koelreuteria paniculata is particularly appealing to those looking for an ornamental tree that is attractive not only whilst in flower. From the bronze-coloured young leaves and the yellow summer flowers to the striking capsule fruits and warm autumn colours: the tree\u2019s appearance changes constantly throughout the season.<\/p>\n Combine the Chinese lacquer tree with other unusual ornamental trees and exotic-looking garden plants<\/strong> to create a garden featuring striking blooms, foliage textures and autumn colours.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" \u2022 Set of 2 Koelreuteria paniculata
\u2022 Striking, balloon-shaped fruits after flowering
\u2022 Bronze-coloured young leaves in spring
\u2022 Beautiful yellow to orange autumn colour
\u2022 Can be grown as a single-stemmed tree or a multi-stemmed specimen
\u2022 Tolerates drought well once established<\/p>\n
- Pot size: 9 cm
\u2022 Height on delivery: approx. 40\u201360 cm (approximate)
\u2022 Total number of plants: 2<\/p>\n
\u2022 Dutch name: Chinese lacquer tree \/ blister tree
\u2022 Distinctive for its yellow summer flowers, decorative seed pods and yellow-orange autumn colour
\u2022 Mature height approx. 500\u20131000 cm
\u2022 Location: full sun, preferably warm and sheltered
- Hardiness: good winter hardiness<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":80746,"template":"","meta":{"_joinchat":[]},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[262,867,1012,3193,305],"product_tag":[5435,4526,5457,5462,5456,5460,5461,4495,5459,5455,1832,5458,4496,4728],"class_list":["post-80366","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-bomen-struiken","product_cat-pakket-deals","product_cat-overige-deals","product_cat-sierbomen","product_cat-planten-heesters","product_tag-bijenboom","product_tag-bijzondere-sierboom","product_tag-blazenboom","product_tag-boom-met-blaasvruchten","product_tag-chinese-vernisboom","product_tag-chinese-vernisboom-kopen","product_tag-gele-bloeiende-boom","product_tag-herfstkleur-boom","product_tag-koelreuteria-kopen","product_tag-koelreuteria-paniculata","product_tag-meerstammige-boom","product_tag-vernisboom","product_tag-winterharde-sierboom","product_tag-zomerbloeiende-boom","pa_bloeimaanden-augustus","pa_bloeimaanden-juli","pa_ewd_uwcf_colors-geel","pa_ewd_uwcf_colors-groen-2","pa_groeihoogte-800-cm","pa_pot-9-cm-pot","first","instock","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"yoast_head":"\n