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Black Hills Spruce vs Kentucky Coffeetree

Picea glauca var. densata

Gymnocladus dioicus

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Black Hills Spruce
Kentucky Coffeetree

Black Hills Spruce is a subspecies of White Spruce native to the Black Hills of South Dakota. It has a strongly conical form, slower growth rate and denser foliage than typical white spruce, making it preferable as a specimen tree for smaller suburban lawns. It also responds well to pruning, and can be used as a hedge or even bonsai.

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.

Black Hills Spruce Quick Facts

Kentucky Coffeetree Quick Facts

Zone: 2b
Zone: 3a
Height: 25 m (82 ft)
Height: 21 m (70 ft)
Spread: 4 m (12 ft)
Spread: 15 m (50 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: long
Suckering: none
Suckering: high

In row spacing: 3 - 4 m (10 - 12 ft)

Between row spacing: 5 m (16 ft)


Toxicity: Uncooked pods are toxic to humans
Other Names: coffeetree