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American Elm vs Kentucky Coffeetree

Ulmus americana

Gymnocladus dioicus

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American Elm
Kentucky Coffeetree

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.

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 QUICK FACTS

KENTUCKY COFFEETREE QUICK FACTS

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




Toxicity: Uncooked pods are toxic to humans

Other Names: water elm, whilte elm
Other Names: coffeetree