Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis Skyline® PP#1619

Scientific Name: Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis 'Skycole'

Also Known As

Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis 'Skyline®'
Skyline® Thornless Honeylocust

Plant type

tree

size

H: 45'
W: 35'

planting zones

3a-9b

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Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis Skyline® PP#1619 plant details

Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis Skyline® PP#1619 is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring and summer cream and green flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis Skyline® PP#1619

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 35 FT wide, 45 FT tall
Flowers: cream and green blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis Skyline® PP#1619

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Deciduous, compact, pyramidal tree with ascending branches. Compound leaves are green, then turn bright golden yellow in the fall. Great shade tree for filtered shade requirements. This thornless variety is one of the best forms available. Growth Rate fast, 1.5-2' annually