Cladrastis kentuckea |
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Yellow Wood, Virgilia, Yellowwood |
Description
Cladrastis lutea is a deciduous tree that slowly grows 30'-50' tall. The leaves are 8"-12". long, and are divided into many oval leaflets. Foliage is yellowish green when new, then turns bright green in summer and bright yellow in fall.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40', 40-60'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
Grey
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Very Low, Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Fragrance, Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Lawn, Patio, Park
Special Uses
Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Check your irrigation systems at least once per month (or after each mowing).
Monitor each cycle to identify obvious problems and to confirm that all of the components are functioning properly.
Contact your water agency for assistance.