Gymnocladus dioica, commonly known as the Kentucky Coffeetree, is a deciduous tree valued for its unique features. With its distinctive, coarse-textured bark and bold, ascending branches, this tree makes a statement in the landscape. The compound blue-green leaves are large and bipinnate, providing a light, airy appearance. In late spring, the tree produces greenish-white, fragrant flowers, followed by large, leathery pods in the fall that contain coffee-like seeds. The Kentucky Coffeetree is known for its adaptability and tolerance to a variety of soil conditions, making it a hardy choice for urban environments.