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Common Name: Yellowwood
Scientific Name: Cladrastis kentukea
Location: Two in Spalding Circle
Size: 2.5 inches diameter at breast height
Native to: Southeastern U.S.
This tree typically grows to: 30-50 feet tall and 40-55 feet wide
This tree prefers these conditions: Full sun, medium moisture
Special about this tree:
- Great four-season tree
- Dangling 10-inch, fragrant pinkish-white flowers in May
- Crisp green foliage in summer
- Dark brown 3-inch seedpods and strong yellow color in fall
- Smooth gray bark
- Yellow heartwood can be used in dyes.
