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Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis 'Sunburst' PP#1313

Also Known As

  • Gleditsia triacanthos 'Inermis Aurea'
  • Gleditsia triacanthos 'Sunburst'
  • Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis 'Sunburst®
  • Honey Locust Tree
  • HONEYLOCUST
  • Sunburst Thornless Honey Locust
  • Thornless Honeylocust

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 30'-50'
  • W: 25'-40'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis 'Sunburst' PP#1313 plant details

Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis 'Sunburst' PP#1313 is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with gold and green foliage. In spring and summer green and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis 'Sunburst' PP#1313

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold and green
Mature size: 25 FT - 40 FT - wide, 30 FT - 50 FT - tall
Flowers: green and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: black walnut tolerant, fall color, seedless, shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis 'Sunburst' PP#1313

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat, humidity, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This 30-50' tree is a standout in spring, when its bright golden-yellow new leaves look like a burst of spring sunshine; later they produce a fine contrast to the older leaves as they turn a deep dark-green; striking and easy going; tolerant to Black Walnut. S/M-D/GDr

Gardening facts about Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis 'Sunburst' PP#1313 plant

How to Grow Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis 'Sunburst' PP#1313

  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Color

    • gold
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
    • green
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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