yellowwood

Yellowwood (Cladrastis kentukea 'Perkins Pink') is a deciduous tree with a moderate water requirement. It should be watered deeply and thoroughly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. During the first year after planting, water regularly so the soil remains moist. Once established, water once or twice a week during the warmer months. During the winter, reduce watering to once a month. Provide extra water during periods of drought.

Yellowwood (Cladrastis kentukea 'Perkins Pink') is an ideal candidate for full or partial sunlight, but should be kept out of direct midday sun. Morning sunlight is best, as it will provide the most energy and benefit to this species. Avoid exposure to direct sun during the hours of 10am - 4pm when the sun is at its hottest and sunburn can be a risk. This species prefers bright light, but not too much, and should not be exposed to full sun for too long each day. Protection from wind is also recommended, as Yellowwood can be susceptible to wind burn. Allowing 6-8 hours of adequate sunlight each day is usually the best balance for this species.

For the Yellowwood (Cladrastis kentukea 'Perkins Pink') it is best to prune this plant in late winter or early spring right before new growth starts to appear. This pruning should be light, as flower buds on this species form the previous season and pruning too severely or late in the spring can heavily reduce flowering. When pruning, aim to remove any dead or diseased limbs and shape the shrub as desired. This plant should not need any heavy pruning and should maintain its natural shape without much attention.