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Gleditsia triacanthos

Locust, Honey / Honeyshuck

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer:

 

Description

Medium sized deciduous tree growing up to 75' x 50'. Leaves pinnately compound and late leafers in spring. Light shade during summer months. Golden fall color. Leaf drop causes no litter. Species has huge three pronged thorns. Native to the midwest. Several named cultivars available. Full sun. Soak twice monthly during the heat of summer in low desert. Drought tolerant as well as soil adaptable.

 

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.