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Cladrastis kentukea

Family Leguminosae-Papilionoideae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 9 - 15 m (30 - 50 ft)
Spread 12 - 17 m (40 - 55 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description As a flowering tree, Cladrastis kentukea (yellowwood) makes a bold statement in your garden and adds structure as well. Cladrastis kentukea (yellowwood) bears showy and fragrant flowers during late spring. This tree has dark green foliage.
Typical Uses Shade.
Special Characteristics In autumn, Cladrastis kentukea is alight with fall colour.