Amur Maackia vs Kentucky Coffeetree - TreeTime.ca

Amur Maackia vs Kentucky Coffeetree

Gymnocladus dioicus

Maackia amurensis

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Kentucky Coffeetree
Amur Maackia

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.

Amur Maackia is a robust and pretty tree often used for urban decoration and landscaping. This tree has coppery peeling bark that can sometimes resemble lace. Its upright clusters of small white flowers usually bloom in midsummer. Amur Maackia's Small size makes it a great choice for small yards or limited space.

Kentucky Coffeetree Quick Facts

Amur Maackia Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 4a
Height: 21 m (70 ft)
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Spread: 15 m (50 ft)
Spread: 8 m (25 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal, wet
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: slow
Life span: long
Life span: long
Suckering: high
Suckering: low

Toxicity: Uncooked pods are toxic to humans

Fall colour: brown
Bark: shiny copper colour shedding in curls
Flowers: upright clusters of small white flowers
Seeds: wide flat seedpods
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


Native to: ON
Other Names: coffeetree
Other Names: maackia