Credit
Sharon A. Yiesla
Scientific Name
Gymnocladus dioica
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Features
Large, doubly compound leaves composed of numerous leaflets; greenish-white flowers in pyramidal spikes (male and female on separate trees) offer mild interest in early summer; rough, slightly recurving bark offers some winter interest.
Culture
Full sun; moist, well drained soil; tolerates drought, high pH, and salt.
Notes
Tends to grow slowing in early years; pods on female trees can be messy.
Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
60.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
75.00
Height Unit
Feet
Mature Form
Oval to irregular; sparsely branched
Native Regions, Text
United States (and Illinois)
Soil Conditions
Tolerances
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
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18938
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18939
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3575
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
PlantID
215