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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; highly tolerant of urban pollution and summer heat
Watering
Water deeply when the top 15 cm of soil is dry; drought-tolerant once fully established
Temperature
Hardy to -20°C; withstands hot summer temperatures up to 35°C with minimal stress
Characteristics
- Leaf: Pinnately compound, bright green foliage that turns golden yellow in autumn
- Flower: Dense terminal panicles of small, star-shaped bright yellow blooms
- Fruit: Papery, bladder-like green capsules that mature to light brown in fall
Care Guide
Watering
Water deeply every 7–10 days during prolonged dry spells
Fertilization
Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer once in early spring. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers to prevent excessive foliage growth at the expense of blooms
Eggshell powder topdress：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle 1–2 tbsp around the base of the tree in early spring and late fallPruning
- Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges
- Thin crowded inner branches to improve air circulation and light penetration
- Shape the canopy lightly after flowering to maintain a rounded form; avoid heavy pruning that reduces next year's blooms
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA confirms no toxicity to cats
Humans: No known toxic effects to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: Symbolizes prosperity and good fortune in some traditional Eastern Asian cultures
Usage: Ornamental urban street tree; residential landscape specimen; wood used for small decorative crafts
