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Kentucky Coffeetree vs Flame Amur Maple

Acer ginnala Flame

Gymnocladus dioicus

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Flame Amur Maple
Kentucky Coffeetree

A selection of the Amur Maple, the Flame Amur Maple has a brilliant red fall color. The leaves emerge bright green and turn a fiery red in autumn. The seeds on the Flame Amur maple are also a pleasant red color, adding color interest to your yard or garden.

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.

Flame Amur Maple Quick Facts

Kentucky Coffeetree Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 3a
Height: 6 m (20 ft)
Height: 21 m (70 ft)
Spread: 5 m (16 ft)
Spread: 15 m (50 ft)
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: full sun
Moisture: normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: medium
Life span: medium
Life span: long
Suckering: low
Suckering: high


Toxicity: Uncooked pods are toxic to humans
Fall colour: bright red
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


Native to: ON
Other Names: coffeetree