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Kentucky Coffee Tree

Gymnocladus Dioicus

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Overview

The Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus dioicus) is a bold, deciduous species, reaching heights of 60-75 feet with a 40-50 feet spread. It possesses a coarse, irregular growth habit and stout branches that bear large, bipinnate leaves. Native to the Midwest, this low-maintenance tree is tolerant of various conditions. In late spring, it produces fragrant, white flowers, followed by thick, leathery seed pods. Ideal for large spaces, it offers striking winter silhouette.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 3–8Climate Temperate
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — The Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus dioicus) is a bold

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Mature height
60–75 Ft.
Mature width
40–50 Ft.

Classification

Family
Fabaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — tree with white blooms
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — reaching heights of 60-75 feet with a 40-50 feet spread; its robust and irregular growth habit lends an open
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — tree for full
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — The Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus dioicus) is a bold; native to the Midwest, this low-maintenance tree is
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — In late spring, it produces fragrant, white flowers, followed by thick, leathery seed pods; ideal for large
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — Native to the Midwest, this low-maintenance tree is tolerant of various conditions; tree with white blooms
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — Ideal for large spaces, it offers striking winter silhouette; growing 2 to 3 feet in length
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — It possesses a coarse, irregular growth habit and stout branches that bear large, bipinnate leaves; while male
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — is a distinctive and picturesque species that offers a bold; it thrives in full sun and is tolerant of a variety
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — yet sophisticated presence to any landscape design; the Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus dioicus) is a bold
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — Its robust and irregular growth habit lends an open; making it a resilient and low-maintenance option for the
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — this tree typically reaches between 60 and 75 feet with a canopy spread of 40 to 50 feet; dappled shade in summer
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — Boasting an impressive height at maturity; yet sophisticated presence to any landscape design
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — which are among the largest of any temperate tree species; it possesses a coarse, irregular growth habit and stout
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — These bluish-green leaves provide a light; which add a sculptural element to the winter landscape
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — growing 2 to 3 feet in length; this tree typically reaches between 60 and 75 feet with a canopy spread of 40 to 50
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — dappled shade in summer before transitioning to a striking yellow hue in the fall; white flowers in the garden
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — meaning each tree is either male or female; in late spring, it produces fragrant, white flowers, followed by
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — which add a sculptural element to the winter landscape; which are among the largest of any temperate tree species
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — while male trees maintain a cleaner appearance without the pods.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 3 through 8; the
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — the Kentucky Coffee Tree is a versatile choice for a range of climates; tree for full
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — When considering a Kentucky Coffee Tree for your design; reaching heights of 60-75 feet with a 40-50 feet spread
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — making it a resilient and low-maintenance option for the discerning client; including dry and alkaline soils
Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus Dioicus) — It thrives in full sun and is tolerant of a variety of soil conditions; is a distinctive and picturesque species

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