Thornless Honeylocust
Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis Shademaster
A fast-growing, adaptable shade tree treasured for its delicate foliage and urban tolerance.
Size
Installation
About this plant
The Thornless Honeylocust 'Shademaster' is a distinguished choice for creating ample shade quickly, featuring elegant, fern-like foliage that casts a dappled, airy shade, perfect for lawns and patios. This cultivar is celebrated for its thornless branches and resistance to many common urban stressors, making it a low-maintenance yet high-impact addition to any landscape. Its attractive yellow fall color adds seasonal interest to its already impressive year-round appeal.
Care & maintenance
Easily grown in a wide range of soils, the Thornless Honeylocust 'Shademaster' is remarkably adaptable. Provide regular watering during its establishment period, after which it becomes quite drought tolerant. Pruning can be done in late winter to early spring to maintain desired shape and remove any dead or crossing branches.
Quick facts
- Type
- tree
- Mature height
- 30-45 feet
- Mature width
- 30-45 feet
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Medium
- Growth rate
- Fast