American Yellowwood

The American Yellowwood is an elegant, medium-sized ornamental tree admired for its cascading clusters of creamy-white, fragrant flowers that bloom in spring, attracting bees and butterflies. Its smooth, silvery-gray bark lends year-round interest, while its bright green, compound leaves create a soft, dappled shade through summer. Growing up to 30 feet tall with a rounded canopy spreading 25 feet wide, it’s perfectly suited for residential landscapes, parks, or naturalized plantings. With a moderate growth rate and standout seasonal beauty, this versatile tree brings charm and refinement to any landscape.

• Deciduous shade tree
• Moderate growth rate
• Showy, fragrant white flower clusters in spring
• Smooth, attractive gray bark
• Rounded canopy ideal for ornamental planting

Plant American Yellowwood in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA zones 4–8, it’s an excellent choice for adding elegance, fragrance, and seasonal interest to North Texas landscapes.