American Yellowwood Tree Seeds – Cladrastis kentukea | 60 Seeds | Fragrant White Flowers | Hardy Native Shade Tree | Showy Fall Color Bulk

Grow a graceful native shade tree with this bulk pack of American Yellowwood (Cladrastis kentukea) seeds. Known for its breathtaking, pendulous clusters of intensely fragrant white flowers, this tree creates a spectacular display in late spring to early summer once mature.

American Yellowwood features a broad, rounded crown and smooth gray bark that adds year-round landscape interest. Its compound leaves emerge yellow-green, deepen to bright green in summer, and turn soft shades of yellow and orange in fall. Though flowering may take several years to begin, mature trees can become covered in dramatic wisteria-like blooms.

This 60-seed pack is ideal for larger landscape plantings, native restoration projects, nurseries, or growers wanting multiple trees.

You will receive:
✔️ 60 American Yellowwood seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Sowing instructions included
✔️ Non-pretreated seeds
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: American Yellowwood
Botanical Name: Cladrastis kentukea
Plant Type: Medium-sized deciduous shade tree
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun preferred
Soil: Average, medium, well-drained soil
Watering: Medium; drought tolerant once established
Mature Height: 30–50 feet
Spread: 40–55 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate to slow
USDA Zones: 4–9
Drought Tolerance: Yes, once established
Container Friendly: Suitable for early growth and bonsai

Seed Preparation & Germination:
• Soak seeds in water for 24 hours
• Cold stratify for 30–90 days at 40°F in moist (not wet) medium
• Sow 1/4 inch deep and keep moist (not soggy)

💡 Care Tip: Prune in summer only to prevent sap bleeding. Yellowwood develops deep roots, making it easier to grow shade-tolerant plants beneath its canopy.