Outstanding Features:
Attractive smooth gray bark, pendulous clusters of fragrant white flowers.

Description:
Height: 25-40'
Width: 20-35'
Hardiness Zone: 4a

Yellowwood is an interesting medium sized tree with an oval crown. It has attractive smooth gray bark. In June it produces 8­12" long pendulous clusters of fragrant white flowers. The individual pea­type flowers are 1" long. It may flower in alternate years, or only on part of the tree. The bright green leaves are pinnately compound with 7­11 leaflets. Fall color may be yellow to gold. Fruit is a small, thin brown pod about 3" long.

Requirements and Culture:
Requires a moist, well drained soil. Tolerates a wide range of soil pH. Full sun. Transplant as B&B stock in the spring only. Has a tendency to develop narrow crotches so correct pruning is important to improve branch angle. May require cabling with age.

Limitations:
No serious insect or disease problems. Not widely available. Not tolerant of severe drought.

Photo Credit: 1 E. Hasselkus; 2 MLA.

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