'Espresso' Kentucky Coffeetree

(Gymnocladus dioicus 'Espresso-JFS')

Don’t be intimidated by the meager looking “stick” when you pick up this soon to be stately tree. A late bloomer every year, with a slow growth rate, it will reward your patience with interesting architecture when mature. Plant this tree in an open location on the west or east side of your home. Seedless variety.                   

Height and width at maturity: 50’ x 30’

Sun or shade: full sun

Soil conditions: wide range

Moisture tolerance: adaptable

Fall color: insignificant

Climate resilience (ability to withstand changing temperatures and precipitation patterns associated with climate change): moderate

Ash replacement? Yes!

Plant on the east or west side of your home for maximum energy benefit.

For more information, visit Bachman's Plant Database.    

Photo credits: iTrees, University of Nebraska