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Thornless Honey Locust Tree
$11.20
The thornless honey locust tree is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils. Moreover, it is a good choice for use in street trees, shade trees, and providing habitat for wildlife. Moreover the pods are edible and sweet.
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General Tree Height/Caliper: Most of our fruit trees (apple, peach, apricot, plum, pear, nectarine, quince, and cherry) are grafted/budded and are 4-6' tall with a caliper/diameter of about 1/4-3/4". Most have more than 5' height and 1/2" diameter. The other trees are seedlings, such as pawpaw, mulberry, persimmon, shade, berry, and flowering trees which range from 18-36" tall.
A rootstock primarily controls a tree's size and how early it bears fruit. Learn more about our specific rootstocks.
Thornless Honey Locust Tree Overview
A Thornless Honey Locust tree is a deciduous tree, typically reaching heights of 30–70 feet. In fact it is the thornless variety of “Gleditsia triacanthos”, which is commonly called honey locust. It has an upright, fast–growing habit, with a rounded crown and an attractive, spreading canopy. Its leaves are pinnately compound, consisting of three to nine oval leaflets. Then in the spring, the tree is adorned with small, fragrant, yellow–green flowers. Additionally, the fruit is long, flat, bean–like edible sweet pods which turn brown and mature in the fall. The thornless honey locust tree is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils. Lastly, it is a good choice for use in street trees, shade trees, and providing habitat for wildlife.
Growing Characteristics
- Uses: the tree can be used for ornamental and shade purposes, on the side of streets. Additionally, the pods you can use in smoothies or drink in beer
- Hardiness Zones: 3 – 8
- Height: 30 to 70 feet
- Spread: 30 to 70 feet
- Disease resistance: The thornless honeylocust is resistant to numerous diseases, including canker, leaf spot, powdery mildew, and Dutch elm disease. It is also resistant to damage from severe wind, ice, and snow.
- Bloom Time: May to June
- Sun: full sun to partial shade
- Pollination: The thornless honey locust is self–fertile and does not need a cross pollinator to produce fruit. Usually, small bees and flies pollinate it who are rewarded by the nectar and pollen.
How to Grow Thornless Honey Locust Tree
How to Water
- Water your tree with a garden hose or a watering can.
- Water the tree deeply when you see the soil has dried out.
- Water the tree slowly and evenly all around the root zone.
- Avoid splashing the leaves with water, as this can cause fungal diseases.
- Let the soil dry out between waterings.
- Mulch around the base of the tree to help retain moisture and reduce weed growth.
- Provide supplemental water during periods of drought or dry weather.
How to prune a Thornless Honey Locust?
- Prune in late winter or early spring when the tree is still dormant.
- Cut off any dead, diseased, or damaged branches.
- Remove any crossing branches.
- Prune the central leader (main trunk) and any upright branches, leaving branches that grow outward.
- Cut back branches that are too long or have grown too close to the ground.
- Thin out the branches to allow more air and light to penetrate the center of the tree.
- Prune the sides of the tree to shape it and keep it to a desired size.
- Remove any suckers (new shoots growing from the base of the tree).
- Prune with a smile on your face and enjoy the beauty of your tree!
How can I plant and care for the tree?
- 1. Choose a sunny spot in your yard that is sheltered from the wind. Make sure the soil is well-draining.
- 2. Dig a hole twice as wide and just as deep as the root ball of your tree.
- 3. Remove the tree from the container and place it in the hole. Make sure the top of the root ball is level with the soil.
- 4. Backfill the hole with the soil you removed earlier and pat it down firmly.
- 5. Water the tree deeply and mulch the area around the trunk in a 3-4 inch layer.
- 6. Prune the branches to the desired shape and size.
- 7. Feed the tree with a fertilizer designed for the tree.
- 8. Watch your new tree thrive in its happy home.
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Shipping
- Our shipping cost is 15-25% of the order total (depending on the size of the trees and how far the state is from NY) plus our handling fee which includes light pruning, packaging, printing, and quality checks.
- To get an estimate for shipping cost, put your address on the cart page with your desired trees.
- Note: we ship to Hawaii and Alaska however the shipping price is higher.
Warranty
- If your tree doesn’t grow by July 1st or dies in the fall of the first year, please email us with a photo, order number, and description of the issue.
- If the issue is related with the tree itself rather than lack of care, we guarantee to replace it next season or give a full refund.
Refunds and Cancellations
- You can cancel your order to receive a full refund, but please note that cancelling an order after April 1st will result in a partial refund of 75% of the order total.
- We much prefer payments by credit card or PayPal. If you pay by check or cash, then payments for pickup and shipping orders should be received within 30 days of your order, otherwise will be automatically cancelled.
- If due to unforeseen circumstances your ordered tree is no longer available, you can get a full refund or a substitution with another variety.
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