Cladrastis kentukea | 1 gal. pot
$45.00
SKU
CLAKEN01-NA_C
A great shade or specimen tree that puts on a spectacular flower display in early summer. Fragrant, white flowers on 12 inch drooping panicles appear in June, with bright green foliage and smooth light gray bark. Fall color is soft golden yellow. Best in full sun. Drought tolerant once established.
Sometimes you need a tree, a really big tree, that will continue to make a statement in the landscape long after you are gone. Cladrastis is such a tree, providing shade, beauty and fragrance on a 30 - 50 foot round-headed tree. White pea-like flowers on 12 inch drooping panicles appear in June, with bright green foliage and smooth light gray bark. Fall color is soft golden yellow. Prune only in summer.
| Common Name | Yellowwood |
|---|---|
| Genus | Cladrastis |
| Species | kentukea(lutea) |
| Cultivar | 'Perkins Pink' |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Soil Moisture | Average, Moist, well-drained |
| Soil Type | Not picky |
| Zone | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Plant Type | Deciduous Tree |
| Plant Size Selector | Large Tree (25-50 ft) |
| Plant Height | 30-50 ft |
| Plant Width | 40-50 ft |
| Bloom Color | Pink |
| Bloom Period | Late May |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Fragrant | Yes |
| Rare Plant | No |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Rarefind Exclusive | No |
| New Offering | No |
| Web Only | No |
| Nursery Only | No |
| Oversized Shipping | No |
| Catalog Category | Trees, Shrubs & Vines |
| Hardy to Temp. (Fahrenheit) | -25 degrees F |
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