gleditsia triacanthos
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At-A-Glance InformationAlso called Honey Locust, this species of deciduous trees needs full sun and moderate to regular water to perform at its best. These trees are native to central and eastern North America, and have delicate foliage. They reach 35-70 feet tall and 25-35 feet wide quickly, with an upright main trunk and spreading, arching branches. Leaves are fernlike, turning yellow before dropping off the tree in early fall. In spring, these trees are late to leaf out. Casts filtered shade; great as a specimen tree. Can be messy, depending on the species grown, and all species have thorny trunks.
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gleditsia triacanthos Varietals
Honey Locust grows well in zones 1-16 and 18-20. To find your zone, click here: Zone Map.
Gleditsia triacanthos 'Halka'
Fast-growing variety with a strong trunk and horizontal branching pattern. Heavy seeder. |
Gleditsia triacanthos 'Imperial'
Tall, symmetrical tree with a spreading habit, reaching about 35 feet tall. Dense foliage provides more shade. |
Gleditsia triacanthos 'Rubylace'
New growth is red; turning bronze-green in summer and reddish in fall. Irregular growth corrected through pruning. Protect from strong winds. |
Gleditsia triacanthos 'Skyline'
Pyramidal and symmetrical growth; great street tree. |
Gleditsia triacanthos 'Street Keeper'
Narrow, dense, and upright habit, reaching 20 feet wide. Leaves are dark green. |
Gleditsia triacanthos 'Sunburst'
Golden yellow new foliage; greenish mature leaves. Loses leaves in response to temperature change and drought. Protect from wind. |
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Videos
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Resources
The New Sunset Western Garden Book: The Ultimate Gardening Guide (2012) - Pages 340 - 341, Gleditsia triacanthos (Honey Locust)
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