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Gleditsia triacanthos

Family Leguminosae-Caesalpinioideae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level medium
Height 18 - 24.5 m (60 - 80 ft)
Spread 18 - 24.5 m (60 - 80 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The tree Gleditsia triacanthos (honey locust) bears medium green and fragrant flowers during late spring. The matte foliage is medium green and medium lime in colour and fine in texture. Gleditsia triacanthos (honey locust) bears showy fruit. This plant has fissured bark. A specimen plant, Gleditsia triacanthos (honey locust) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Shade, specimen and street planting.
Special Characteristics Gleditsia triacanthos is tolerant of drought and salt.
Cautions Thorns can make Gleditsia triacanthos (honey locust) difficult to handle and careful planning of its siting in the garden will reduce the risk of injuries to children or pets. The growth rate of Gleditsia triacanthos (honey locust) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.