Introduction:

The Thornless Honey Locust Tree (Gleditsia triacanthos inermis) is a fast-growing, deciduous tree known for its delicate, fern-like foliage and graceful, open canopy that provides dappled shade. This hardy tree thrives in a wide range of soil conditions and is highly adaptable to urban environments, making it a popular choice for streetscapes, parks, and home landscapes. The Thornless Honey Locust adds a stunning display of golden-yellow foliage in the fall, making it a favorite for those looking to add shade and seasonal color to their garden.

Plant Summary:

• Size: Grows to a height of 30-70 feet with a spread of 30-50 feet.
• Foliage: Small, fern-like green leaves turn bright yellow in the fall.
• Flowers/Fruit: Inconspicuous greenish-yellow flowers in spring, followed by small seed pods.
• Growth Habit: Upright with a wide, spreading, open canopy.
• Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
• Soil: Thrives in well-drained soils but adapts to various soil types, including clay, sandy, and urban soils.
• Hardiness: Hardy in USDA Zones 3-9.
• pH Level: Tolerates a wide range of soil pH levels, from acidic to alkaline.
• Pruning: Prune in late winter to shape the tree and remove dead or damaged branches.
• Pests/Diseases: Generally pest-resistant but may occasionally be affected by cankers or webworms.

Pollination:

The Thornless Honey Locust Tree is wind-pollinated, with small, greenish-yellow flowers appearing in spring. These are followed by small seed pods in the fall, although the thornless variety produces fewer and smaller pods than the regular Honey Locust. Its fern-like leaves and wide-spreading canopy make it a popular choice for providing light, dappled shade, making it ideal for planting in sunny areas where full shade may be too dense.

Key Benefits:

• Fast-growing tree that provides light, dappled shade and brilliant yellow fall foliage.
• Adaptable to various soil types and urban environments, making it ideal for streetscapes and home landscapes.
• Low-maintenance and tolerant of drought, pollution, and poor soil conditions.
• Fern-like foliage adds texture and movement to your garden or landscape.
• Hardy and resilient, providing beauty and shade for generations.

Care Instructions:

• Light: Prefers full sun for optimal growth but tolerates partial shade.
• Water: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods.
• Soil Type: Grows best in well-drained soils but adapts to sandy, loamy, or clay soils.
• Pollination: Wind-pollinated, with small greenish-yellow flowers in spring.
• Growth Rate: Fast-growing, reaching up to 2-3 feet per year.
• Max Height/Width: Reaches 30-70 feet in height and 30-50 feet in width.
• Pruning: Prune in late winter to shape the tree and remove deadwood.

Why You'll Love It:

The Thornless Honey Locust Tree is a versatile and hardy tree that offers dappled shade, vibrant fall color, and resilience to challenging urban conditions. Its fast growth, low-maintenance care, and adaptability to various soil types make it a favorite for those looking to add both beauty and functionality to their landscape. Whether you’re planting along a street, in a park, or in your backyard, this graceful tree is sure to provide years of enjoyment.

Planting Tips:

Plant your Thornless Honey Locust Tree in early spring or fall in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and plant at the same depth it was growing in the nursery. Water thoroughly after planting and mulch around the base to retain moisture. Regular watering during the first few years will help the tree establish a strong root system.

Flower Color:

Greenish-yellow

Plant Class:

Deciduous Tree

Plant Name:

Thornless Honey Locust Tree

Shipping Details:

Your Thornless Honey Locust Tree will be shipped as a bare root plant, carefully packaged to ensure it arrives in optimal condition. Bare root plants are shipped during dormancy to promote successful transplanting and establishment in your landscape.

Key Information for Thornless Honey Locust Tree - Bare Root, 2-3 ft | Gleditsia triacanthos inermis (Gleditsia triacanthos Inermis):

• 📏Size: Thornless Honeylocust is a medium to large deciduous tree that can reach a height of 40-70 feet (12-21 m) and a spread of 30-50 feet (9-15 m).
• 🍂Foliage: The foliage of Thornless Honeylocust is deciduous and pinnately compound, with fine-textured, fern-like leaves that turn yellow in the fall.
• 🌼Flowers & Fruit: In late spring, Thornless Honeylocust produces inconspicuous greenish-yellow flowers in small clusters. The flowers are followed by long, twisted seed pods that are brown and flattened, persisting into winter.
• ↕️Growth Habit: Thornless Honeylocust has an oval to rounded crown with an open branching habit.
• ☀️Sunlight: Thornless Honeylocust thrives in full sun and is tolerant of various light conditions.
• 🪨Soil: Thornless Honeylocust prefers well-drained soil and is adaptable to a range of soil types, including poor or compacted soils.
• 🗺️Hardiness: Thornless Honeylocust is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 9.
• 🧪pH Level: Thornless Honeylocust prefers a slightly acidic to neutral soil pH between 6.0 and 7.5.
• 🌳Pruning: Pruning of Thornless Honeylocust should be done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove any dead or crossing branches to maintain a balanced structure.
• 🐛Pests & Disease: Thornless Honeylocust is generally resistant to pests and diseases but may be susceptible to webworms and canker. Regular care can prevent and manage potential issues.

Pollination of Thornless Honey Locust Tree - Bare Root, 2-3 ft | Gleditsia triacanthos inermis (Gleditsia triacanthos Inermis):

Thornless Honeylocust flowers are dioecious, meaning there are separate male and female trees. The male trees produce small, inconspicuous flowers, while the female trees produce the long, twisted seed pods. The flowers are pollinated by wind and are not showy or attractive to pollinators. However, the tree's graceful foliage and filtered shade make it a popular choice for urban landscapes and as a street tree. The absence of thorns on this variety makes it safer for public spaces. The seed pods, although not edible, are an interesting and unique feature that adds visual interest to the tree during winter. Thornless Honeylocust is an excellent tree for urban environments and can withstand various environmental stresses, including pollution and compacted soil, making it a valuable addition to urban forestry and landscape design.

Fertilization

It is generally recommended to wait to fertilize a bare root plant until it has been established in the ground and is actively growing. This can vary depending on the type of plant and the growing conditions, but it is generally best to wait at least a few weeks to a few months after planting.

During the first year, you should focus on providing the plant with the right amount of water, sunlight and soil to help it become established. Once the plant has become established and is actively growing, you can begin to fertilize it.

You can use a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer or one that is specifically formulated for the type of plant you have. Be sure to follow the instructions on the fertilizer package and apply it at the recommended rate.

It is also important to note that over-fertilizing can be harmful to plants, so it's always best to error on the side of caution and start with a lower amount of fertilizer and increase as needed.

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