Native tree.

Category:

Shade Tree

Genus:

Cladrastis

Species:

kentukea

Common Name:

American Yellowwood

Height:

30 to 50 Feet

Spread:

40 to 50 Feet

Habit:

Medium size, spreading to somewhat rounded tree. Slow to moderate growth rate.

Zone:

4 to 8

Flower:

Fragrant white, in long terminal panicles, May-June. Must have some age and size on the tree before it flowers.

Fruit:

Brown pod.

Foliage:

Compound, dark green in summer and yellow in fall. Deciduous.