Buy Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis

Also Known As

Gleditsia triacanthos inermis
Thornless Honeylocust

Plant type

tree

size

H: 60'-80'
W: 60'-80'

planting zones

3a-9b

2 inch wide, 4-6 inch deep tube | $29.95

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Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis plant details

Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring chartreuse 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, clay, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 60 FT - 80 FT - wide, 60 FT - 80 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This fantastic southeastern U.S. tree is perfect for tough spots! It is often grown for its incredible fast-growth rate of more than two feet per year. Reaching 30-70' tall and as wide, this tree can withstand: pollution, salt, flooding, drought and it is adaptable to a wide range of soils types. This lovely tree has fragrant spring flowers followed by showy, leathery seed pods and fine foliage which creates a delicate, open silhouette allowing grass to grow below it. The small leaflets turn brilliant-yellow in fall. This specimen is useful for stabilizing poor soil, controlling erosion and feeding the bees. All that and it is thornless too! S/M-D