Overview:
Categories: Deciduous, Fall Color
Kentucky Coffee Tree
Tall tree, adaptable to wide range of soils, including alkali. low drought tolerant; tough seed pods. Due to over harvesting, low-germination rates of seeds in nature, this species is rare and you contribute to its continued existence by choosing to give it a home.
Best used as shade tree, it is water thrifty and has excellent cold hardiness. Adapted a wide variety of soils, it is a good choice for harsh or difficult sites.
Features:
Scientfic Name: Gymnocladus dioicaNative: No
Growth Habit: Open
Growth Rate: Rapid
Max. Height (ft): 90
Max Width/Spread (ft): 50
Life Span: Moderate
Cold Hardiness: Excellent
Drought Resistance: Good
Elevation Range: 6500
Soil Conditions: alkali, poor soils
Wildlife Value: Fair
Wildlife Notes:
Seasonal Color: Fall Yellows
Possible Insect Issues: None significant
Possible Disease Issues: None significant
Miscellany:
Ordering Information:
Our 2025 Tree Program is Open.
- Seedling Tree Sales are Open for order from January 1, 2025 to March 31, 2025, with an estimated arrival date of May 9, 2025.
- Large Tree Sales are Open for order from January 1, 2025 to March 31, 2025, with an estimated arrival date of April 18, 2025.
*Trees purchased through our programs cannot be resold, are intended for conservation efforts, and not for ornamental-only landscaping projects. We do not ship orders at this time. Other conditions may apply, dependent upon the program products you choose to purchase. For full details, visit our Tree Program, Shipping, Payment & Returns and Terms & Conditions pages for more information.
