Gleditsia
triacanthos
(Honey Locust Tree)
A fast-growing tree with fragrant
flowers in spring. Its delicate, open silhouette lets grass grow underneath.
Tiny leaflets turn yellow-green in fall. Pollution, salt and drought tolerant.
Grows to 30' to 70', 50' spread.
Hardy in zones 3-9.
Recommended
care:
Prefers full sun in rich,
moist soil, but easily adapts to a wide range of soils. Once established this tree is salt and drought tolerant.
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