Kentucky Coffee Tree
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A large native deciduous shade tree known for its striking, upright-pyramidal to rounded habit and bold, bipinnately compound foliage. In late spring to early summer, it produces small, inconspicuous greenish-white flowers, followed by long, dark brown seed pods that persist into winter. Its rugged bark and naturally open branching make it ideal as a specimen tree, for streetscapes, or in larger landscapes.
Valued for architectural form, drought tolerance, and low-maintenance growth, it grows best in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. Minimal pruning is needed, mainly to remove dead wood or crossing branches.
| Fall Colour | Yellow |
|---|---|
| Shape | Rounded Canopy |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Fruit | Pod (Red / Brown) |
| Latin Name | Gymnocladus dioicus |
| Soil Conditions | Moist / Well Drained |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Mature Height ** | 17 Meters - 56 Feet |
| Mature Width ** | 12 Meters - 39 Feet |
| Growth Rate | Average |
| Zone | 4 |
| Native | Yes |
** Maturity Heights and Widths are listed to show what this plant can grow to in warmer climates and over the course of centuries. For landscape purposes in Ontario, take this value at 50% for appropriate spacing in your garden for immediate install purposes / for the next 10-20 years.