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White Fir (Concolor Fir) vs Kentucky Coffeetree

Gymnocladus dioicus

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Kentucky Coffeetree
White Fir (Concolor Fir)

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.

White Fir is an attractive, cold hardy tree that is known for its excellent adaptation to difficult sites. Also a favorite among Christmas tree growers, this tree has high needle retention, dense foliage, and a beautiful pyramidal shape.

You'll love the silver blue-green color that pops on a winter landscape. Try planting in your front yard as a stunning specimen or ornamental tree.

Kentucky Coffeetree Quick Facts

White Fir (Concolor Fir) Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 3a
Height: 21 m (70 ft)
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Spread: 15 m (50 ft)
Spread: 8 m (25 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: slow
Life span: long
Life span: long
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: high
Suckering: none



Toxicity: Uncooked pods are toxic to humans

Other Names: coffeetree