Katsura Tree

Cercidiphyllum japonicum

Also known as: Japanese Judas Tree
  • Heart-shaped leaves change from bronze to golden-yellow
  • Emits a sweet, caramel-like scent in fall
  • Moderate growth rate reaching up to 50 feet tall
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Bold Fall Colors for Street or Shade

Why Katsura Trees?

The Katsura Tree is a gorgeous Asian shade tree that’s easy to grow and tolerant of most soil conditions and environments. From its high-quality autumnal colors to its effortless upkeep, the Katsura is the quintessential plant-and-forget shade tree.

Even better? It's pollution tolerant, with a shallow root system. That means it's perfect for lining streets since it filters the air and won't destroy sidewalks or streets with invasive, deep root systems.

And it gives off a subtle yet enticing aroma. Imagine walking in your yard in fall and noticing an alluring smell of caramelized sugar and cinnamon. As your non-invasive, pest and disease resistant tree grows, it will embody the warm feeling of autumn with its large, colorful leaves and seasonal scent.

Why Fast-Growing-Trees.com is Better

For starters, our Katsura Tree grows as a pyramidal shape when young, so it even looks good before it’s established.

And since we've planted, grown and shipped it for best results, it's poised for a long, lush life in your own landscape. When it arrives at your door, it arrives ready-to-grow, with a healthier root system and more developed branching than what's available at your local nursery or big box store.

This popular tree is a no-brainer for those who want the good looks of fall without the work. Get your own Katsura Tree today!

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Product Details

Mature Height:40-60 ft.
Mature Width:25-60 ft.
Sunlight:Full Sun, Partial Shade
Growth Rate:Moderate Growing
Botanical Name:Cercidiphyllum japonicum
Does Not Ship To:AZ
Grows Well In Zones:4-8 outdoors
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Growing Zones: 4-8 outdoors

(hardy down to -20℉)

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4.7

Based on 37 reviews

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Valerie
5/13/2025
Verified Buyer

2 years in. Great tree!

I bought and planted a Katsura tree from this site almost 2 years ago. It hasn’t grown super fast but I’m hopeful that means the roots are getting well established. I love it though! My only complaint is that it’s still a bit more narrow than I would prefer but I am hoping with time it will grow outwards as well. As it stands, it isn’t doing much in the shade department. But it’s still beautiful and the arena can’t be beat!

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Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHi Valerie! We appreciate your thoughtful feedback. As a nursery, we ship younger trees that are still developing, and it sounds like your Katsura is right on track. While it may take a bit longer to provide full shade, you're giving it a strong foundation to thrive. Let us know if we can support you at any point.
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Loretta S.
3/31/2025
Verified Buyer

Katsura tree

Very good. Tree arrived in a few days beautifully packaged. Rootball was in a nice burlap bag and it was securely tied to a stake. Three days after I planted and staked it we got a big storm including tornado warnings. It came through just fine. I am looking forward to seeing it become a gorgeous specimen. Thank you.

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Catherine A.
3/29/2025
Verified Buyer

Tree was dormant when planted

Tree is starting to sprout and grow!

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Hong X.
9/6/2024
Verified Buyer

Tall and straight

Brought the 6-7feet one. The tree arrived tall and straight, and with a big root ball.

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Harry H.
8/29/2024
Verified Buyer

Great quality

Tree arrived fast, in great shape and with burlap bag ready to go in ground. It's been around 100 every day and the tree still looks great, I've just kept it watered.

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