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Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis 'Rubylace'

Family Leguminosae-Caesalpinioideae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   3a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level
Height 6 - 7.5 m (20 - 25 ft)
Spread 6 - 7.5 m (20 - 25 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The tree Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis 'Rubylace' (thornless honeylocust) bears medium green and fragrant blossoms during late spring. This plant is rounded in form and has matte and fine textured foliage that is deep green and medium orange in colour. The bark is fissured in texture. Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis 'Rubylace' (thornless honeylocust) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Shade, specimen and street planting.
Special Characteristics Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis 'Rubylace' is tolerant of drought, pollution and salt.
Cautions The growth rate of Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis 'Rubylace' (thornless honeylocust) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.