Honey Locust (Gleditsia triacanthos)

Gleditsia triacanthos

Hardy shade tree featuring elegant compound leaves and brilliant autumn golden foliage.

Product Information

Latin Name Gleditsia triacanthos
Category Ornamental Plants
Stock Code BC-815
Height 2-4 m
Pot Type Plastic Pot
Sale Type Wholesale

Features

Climate Resistance High (-30°C / -22°F)
Watering Needs Low (drought tolerant)
Sun Requirement Full Sun
Growth Rate Fast (40-60 cm/year)
Usage Area Outdoor
Maximum Height 20-25 m (in natural habitat)

Product Description

Honey Locust (Gleditsia triacanthos) is a magnificent shade tree native to North America, widely preferred in landscape projects for its elegant compound leaves and broad canopy. Its foliage turns brilliant golden yellow in autumn, creating a striking visual display. It is used both for shade and aesthetics as a street tree in urban areas, parks, and large gardens.

Detailed Specifications

Trunk Structure Thick, thorny trunk; dark grey-brown, deeply fissured bark
Leaf Form Fine, bipinnately compound leaves; 15-20 cm long, light green
Canopy Structure Wide, open and irregular crown; provides light dappled shade
Fruit Flat, dark brown pod fruits; 20-45 cm long, twisted
Root System Deep taproot supported by strong lateral roots
Lifespan 100-150 years

Care & Growing

Watering

Newly planted trees should be watered regularly. After establishment, it is quite drought tolerant; deep watering once a week is sufficient.

Light

Requires full sun. Should receive at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Soil

Adapts to almost any soil type. Performs best in well-drained sandy-loam soils. pH 6.0-8.0.

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced (10-10-10) fertilizer in spring. Once a year is sufficient.

Usage Areas

  • Street and boulevard planting
  • Parks and recreation areas
  • Large garden and villa landscapes
  • Parking lot shade areas
  • Campus and corporate landscape projects

Frequently Asked Questions

The wild species has large thorns, but the cultivated varieties (such as 'Inermis') commonly used in landscaping are thornless and safe for public areas.

Honey Locust is highly adaptable and tolerates a wide range of soils including clay, sandy, and alkaline soils. It also handles urban pollution and salt spray well.

Delivery Information

Minimum order 10 adet. Shipping available across Turkey.

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