Yellowwood

Fragrant Spring Blooms
Golden Fall Color
Elegant Native Shade

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Yellowwood

Sunlight
Can grow in a range from full sun to partial shade. They need at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day.
Watering
Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.
Fertilizing
Should not need any extra fertilizer unless your entire lawn and garden have problems and needs regular fertilizing.

Yellowwood

Yellowwood is a graceful native deciduous shade tree admired for fragrant white spring flowers, smooth gray bark, golden fall color, and an elegant rounded canopy. Its refined form makes it an excellent specimen tree for lawns, open garden beds, and naturalized landscapes.

Why choose Yellowwood?

Choose Yellowwood for a beautiful combination of spring bloom, summer shade, fall color, and winter bark interest. Mature trees develop a broad, rounded crown with attractive compound leaves that cast pleasant filtered shade. In bloom, pendulous clusters of white flowers create a soft, showy display, often with a light fragrance. Its smooth gray bark and clean branching give it year-round character, making it especially appealing where a distinctive native tree is wanted without overwhelming the landscape.

Key Characteristics

Botanical Name: Cladrastis kentukea
Common Name: Yellowwood
Plant Type: Deciduous tree
Growth Habit: Rounded, spreading shade tree

Yellowwood Additional Information

Yellowwood typically blooms in late spring to early summer, producing hanging clusters of pea-like white flowers that stand out beautifully against fresh green foliage. Bloom can be especially impressive on established trees, though flowering may be heavier in some years than others. The compound leaves create a lush, airy canopy through summer before shifting to clear yellow to golden fall color.

As a deciduous tree, Yellowwood drops its leaves in autumn and reveals smooth, gray bark that adds subtle winter interest. It is valued as a lawn specimen, shade tree, pollinator-friendly planting, or elegant focal point in larger garden spaces. Young trees benefit from careful structural pruning to encourage strong branch angles. Prune during summer when needed, as spring pruning may lead to sap bleeding. Give it room to mature naturally and avoid heavy, unnecessary pruning once the framework is established.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: Plant Yellowwood in full sun to partial shade, choosing a well-drained location with enough room for its broad canopy to develop. Amend only as needed, and place the root flare at or slightly above the surrounding soil level.

2. Watering: Water deeply after planting and maintain even soil moisture during establishment. Once established, Yellowwood handles average landscape conditions well, though supplemental watering is helpful during extended dry spells.

3. Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch mulch layer over the root zone to conserve soil moisture and protect roots. Keep mulch pulled back from the trunk to prevent excess moisture against the bark.

4. Pruning: Prune young trees selectively to develop a strong structure and reduce tight branch angles. Perform necessary pruning in summer, removing damaged, crossing, or poorly placed branches with clean cuts.

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FAQs

How large does Yellowwood get?
Yellowwood commonly matures around 30–50 feet tall with a broad, rounded spread, depending on site conditions, soil quality, and available growing space.
When does Yellowwood bloom?
Yellowwood usually blooms in late spring to early summer, producing hanging clusters of white, fragrant flowers on established trees.
Where should I plant Yellowwood?
Plant Yellowwood where it has room to become a long-term shade or specimen tree, such as an open lawn, large garden bed, naturalized area, or spacious landscape border.

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Tall Growth
Full Sun
Flowering

Mature Height	Large: Up to 30 ft or more
Mature Spread	20+ ft
Growth Rate	Moderate
Botanical Name	Cladrastis kentukea
Bloom Time	Late Spring, Mid spring, Early Summer
Deer Resistant	Usually
Flower Color	Non Flowering
Family	Fabaceae
Hardiness Zones	4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Light Needs	Full Sun
Maintenance	Low
Size	#7 Container

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Growing Zones 4-8 Outdoors

(Hardy down to -30)

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