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Skyfest Poplar vs Kentucky Coffeetree

Gymnocladus dioicus

Populus x deltoides jefcot

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Kentucky Coffeetree
Skyfest Poplar

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.

Bred by Jeffries Nurseries, the Skyfest is a fast growing, tall cottonwood with excellent disease resistance and adaptability to many kinds of soil. In the fall, its leaves turn a golden yellow.

This species has an aggressive root system, making it unsuitable for planting close to buildings but very drought resistant and an excellent choice for shelterbelts.

Kentucky Coffeetree Quick Facts

Skyfest Poplar Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 2a
Height: 21 m (70 ft)
Height: 24 m (80 ft)
Spread: 15 m (50 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: any
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: yes
Catkins: no
Catkins: yes
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: fast
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: high
Suckering: high



Toxicity: Uncooked pods are toxic to humans

Other Names: coffeetree
Other Names: seedless cottonwood