In addition to shedding its leaves each fall, the Kentucky coffeetree is known for its seed pods that litter the ground in early spring. When you are familiar with the locust tree, then you know the mess that can be left behind by one of these trees. This fact makes the coffeetree especially suitable for open spaces where seed pod litter will not become a nuisance, such as large parks or other grassy areas. When planting a Kentucky coffeetree in a compact space you may want to keep it away from the neighbor’s yard.