American Elm vs Kentucky Coffeetree - TreeTime.ca

American Elm vs Kentucky Coffeetree

Gymnocladus dioicus

Ulmus americana

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Kentucky Coffeetree
American Elm

The Kentucky Coffeetree has the largest leaves of any native tree in North America! In the summer, its large green canopy provides shade. While in the winter, its leathery bean pods act as a decorative element against the sky as they rattle in the wind. Beautiful year-round, this tree is an elegant addition to any landscape.

American Elm is fast growing, tall tree with a recognizable and pleasing shape.

It's well suited for urban environments because of its non-invasive roots and ability to grow on harsh sites (quite salt tolerant). American Elm develops a wide, dense canopy that provides shade for many city streets around North America.

Kentucky Coffeetree Quick Facts

American Elm Quick Facts

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Zone: 3a
Zone: 2a
Height: 21 m (70 ft)
Height: 30 m (98 ft)
Spread: 15 m (50 ft)
Spread: 15 m (50 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: any
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: fast
Life span: long
Life span: very long
Suckering: high
Suckering: medium

Toxicity: Uncooked pods are toxic to humans

Fall colour: bright yellow
Seeds: samara
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


Native to: ON
Native to: SK, MB, ON, QC, NS, NB, PE
Other Names: coffeetree
Other Names: water elm, whilte elm