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Gymnocladus dioicus Crosswicks Male
Common Name: Crosswicks Kentucky Coffee Tree
Gymnocladus dioicus ‘Crosswicks’ is a selected male cultivar of Kentucky Coffeetree valued for its strong structure and seedless habit. Large, bipinnately compound blue-green leaves emerge late in spring, create a coarse-textured, open canopy through summer, and turn clear yellow in fall, while small, greenish-white flowers are inconspicuous and no seed pods are produced. Its bold form and clean habit make it an excellent choice for large landscapes and urban settings. Type: Deciduous tree Mature Size: Width: 40–50 ft Height: 60–70 ft (10-year size: approx. 20–30 ft tall × 15–25 ft wide) USDA Zones: 3a–8b Form: Upright, open, oval to irregular canopy Light: Full sun Soil: Highly adaptable; tolerates poor, alkaline, and urban soils Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established Wildlife: Provides light cover; not a major wildlife attractor Features & Landscape Uses Seedless male selection—no messy pods Bold, tropical-looking foliage Open canopy provides filtered shade Excellent for large landscapes and urban use Care Very low-maintenance and durable. Plant in full sun for best growth. Prune when young to establish a strong structure. Extremely tolerant of drought, poor soils, and urban conditions. Generally pest- and disease-resistant.
| Plant Type: | Shade Tree, Deciduous Tree |
| Width: | 40-50' |
| Height: | 60-70' |
| Fragrant: | Yes |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Zone: | 3 - 8 |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | Yes |
| Exposure: | Full Sun |
| Bloom Time: | Late Spring, Early Summer |
| Landscape/Use: | Provide Shade, Specimen, Accent Plant |
| Shape: | Oval Upright |
| Soil Type | Well Drained, Alkaline, Highly Adaptable |
| Leaf Color: | Dark Green |
| Fall Color: | Yellow |