Firmiana Simplex / Chinese Parasol Tree Genus - Firmiana Species - Simplex Common name - Chinese Parasol Tree Other names - Sterculia platanifolia, Chinese Bottle Tree, Japanese Varnish Tree, Phoenix Tree Pre-Treatment - Required Hardiness zones - 7 - 15 Height / spread - 30'-45' / 9 - 13 (20) m / 25'-30' / 7 - 9 m Plant type - Large Shrub / Small Tree Vegetation type - Deciduous Exposure - Full Sun, Partial Shade Growth rate - Medium Soil PH - Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline Soil type - Clay, Loam, Sand, Well Drained Water requirements - Average water needs. Water regularly, do not over water Landscape uses - Shade Trees, Street Trees Leaf / Flower color - Green / -- Plant growth rate - Medium Intersting smooth green and gray bark and the large, tropical-looking leaves of Chinese parasol tree are lovely, especially when contrasted by the wispy sprays of flowers in summer. A fast growing deciduous tree from Southeast Asia, from Vietnam eastward to the southern islands of Japan, it develops an upright, rounded canopy. Its leaves are large, dark green and have three to seven lobes. In summer the green branch tips are covered in thinly branched panicles, or clusters of its tiny, yellow-green flowers. These panicles are large and noticeable. After insects and wind combine for pollination, large yellow-green, papery fruits grow, eventually opening up like a four-part flower to reveal the dangling brown seeds. The fall foliage color is yellow. The Chinese parasol tree should be planted in full sun and soil that is moist, relatively fertile and well-drained. Do protect this soft-wooded tree from drying winds, especially in winter when cold temps can cause considerable branch dieback. It makes for a great shade or street tree, but even in tropical regions this tree will become deciduous for part of the year. In some regions with mild winters and moist summer soils, the Chinese parasol tree has become invasive. The shed seeds quickly germinate and shade out competing plants. Thus, investigate if there are any restrictions on this tree's use in the landscape before choosing to plant. (info source: Learn2Grow.com) Extra seeds The seeds are hand-selected. You will never receive fewer seeds than stated. We include extra seeds always as possible ! Packing The seeds are securely packed in plastic labeled bags. You will get every seed with printed germination instruction included. The online extended PDF version will be accesible as well. You will receive: Seeds packed in plastic labeled bags Printed germination instructions Shipping We will ship from FLORIDA, UNITED STATES on the same or next business day after payment cleared by USPS First Class Mail with the printed the propagation and germination instructions. But you should check additional Internet resources for proper germination methods. Delivery time depends on your location (we always ship on the same or next business day after cleared payment): US buyers - 2-5 days non-US buyers - 7-30 days. Discounts Powered by HobbySeeds