The huge compound leaves give this tree a tropical feel, while the arching branches present an elm-like form. A picturesque tree in winter with deeply furrowed bark and stout branches. Ohio native.
Product Description
GYMNOCLADUS dioicus – Kentucky Coffeetree
The huge compound leaves give this tree a tropical feel, while the arching branches present an elm-like form. A picturesque tree in winter with deeply furrowed bark and stout branches. A dioecious plant with separate male and female trees. Female flowers are fragrant and give way to the long flattened brownish seedpods. Prefers rich, moist soil but is adaptable to adverse conditions. Ohio native. The male has seeds.
Sun: Full Sun
Soil: Adaptable to Most Soils
Size: Height 50ft., Spread 35-40ft.
Zone: 4-8
Flower: Greenish-White Fragrant (Female)
Bloom Time: May to June
Attributes: Heat Tolerant, Salt Tolerant, Pollution Tolerant, Fragrant, Showy Flowers, Showy Fruit, Native