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Black Locust vs Kentucky Coffeetree

Robinia pseudoacacia

Gymnocladus dioicus

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Black Locust
Kentucky Coffeetree

Black Locust is an attractive tree. Its distinctive leaves are made of about a dozen bright green leaflets. It also notable for its fragrant white flowers, which smell of citrus.

Black Locust can grow in many situations, but prefers dry areas with lots of sun. It is robust and is an excellent choice for establishing shade in dry, open areas.

Important note: Much of the Black Locust is toxic to humans and livestock, including seeds, bark, and leaves.

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 Locust Quick Facts

Kentucky Coffeetree Quick Facts

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Zone: 3a
Zone: 3a
Height: 12 m (40 ft)
Height: 21 m (70 ft)
Spread: 8 m (25 ft)
Spread: 15 m (50 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Flowers: Creamy white flowers in a pyramidal shape bloom in may-june
Bark: dark reddish brown to balck with furrows
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: long
Suckering: high
Suckering: high




Toxicity: Uncooked pods are toxic to humans
Other Names: false acacia, yellow locust
Other Names: coffeetree