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Morton Columnar Kentucky Coffee Tree
Gymnocladus dioicus 'Morton' Skinny Latte™
Columnar Kentucky Coffee Tree
In stock · from $427.99
Stiffly upright structural branches ascend vertically to form a remarkably narrow canopy with a unique winter silhouette accented by rough, scaly bark. Golden yellow fall color. Native to the Midwest and tolerant of many soil types. Typically seedless variety.
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-09-03.
Good to know
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Good fall color.
- Low maintenance.
Quick answers
How big does Morton Columnar Kentucky Coffee Tree get?
About 40' tall and 20' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Morton Columnar Kentucky Coffee Tree need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Morton Columnar Kentucky Coffee Tree need?
Low water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Morton Columnar Kentucky Coffee Tree grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Morton Columnar Kentucky Coffee Tree in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $427.99. Homeowners can order online for pickup at the farm or local delivery; landscape contractors can have it shipped across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada.
Can landscape contractors buy Morton Columnar Kentucky Coffee Tree wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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