Kentucky coffeetree
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Kentucky coffeetree (Gymnocladus dioicus)
Take home a tree that is an iconic part of the Tyler property! Though genetically different from our state champion Kentucky coffeetree, this beautiful tree is native to the Central and Eastern United States. Small, greenish-white flowers appear in May and June with a pleasant astringent scent. This hardy tree does well in poor soil, tolerates dry or moist conditions, and is unfazed by air pollution. This tree drops its leaves early in the fall and is one of the last trees to leaf out in the spring. However, its coarse bark and twisting branches create great winter interest in the garden. Wondering about the name? Kentucky coffeetree seeds are very toxic right off the tree – but Native Americans and Early American settlers roasted and ground the nuts to brew into a (caffeine-free) coffee-like beverage!
MAXIMUM ONE TREE PER REGISTRANT