Gymnocladus dioicus Prairie Titan

Prairie Titan Kentucky Coffe Tree

Gymnocladus dioicus ‘Prairie Titan’ is a hardy, seedless selection of Kentucky Coffeetree valued for its strong, upright structure and exceptional durability. Large, bipinnately compound blue-green leaves emerge late in spring, create a bold, open canopy through summer, and turn clear yellow in fall, while blooms are inconspicuous and no seed pods are produced. Its rugged form and tolerance to tough conditions make it especially suited for urban and prairie environments.

Type: Deciduous tree

Mature Size:
Width: 35–45 ft
Height: 50–60 ft
(10-year size: approx. 20–25 ft tall × 15–20 ft wide)

USDA Zones: 3a–8b
Form: Upright, oval, open canopy
Light: Full sun
Soil: Highly adaptable; tolerates poor, alkaline, compacted, and urban soils
Water: Moderate; highly drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Provides light cover; not a major wildlife attractor


Features & Landscape Uses


Seedless selection—no messy pods



Strong, upright form for streets and large sites



Bold foliage with a tropical look



Extremely tolerant of drought and urban stress




Care
Very low-maintenance. Plant in full sun for best performance. Prune when young to develop strong structure. Highly tolerant of drought, heat, and poor soils. Generally pest- and disease-resistant, making it a dependable long-term tree.

Plant type

Deciduous Tree

Height

50-60'

Width

35-45'

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Summer, Late Spring

Leaf color

SeaGreen

Fall color

Yellow

Soil

Alkaline, Clay, Highly Adaptable

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Specimen, Street Tree

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes