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RedCrocus Shademaster Thornless Honeylocust- Green Shade Tree for Urban & Park Landscapes, Pet-Friendly, Deciduous, Full Sun, Low Maintenance 20 Gallon

RedCrocus Shademaster Thornless Honeylocust- Green Shade Tree for Urban & Park Landscapes, Pet-Friendly, Deciduous, Full Sun, Low Maintenance 20 Gallon

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Shademaster' Thornless Honeylocust Gleditsia triacanthos 'Shademaster' - Single Stem

Description

This deciduous tree features a graceful, upright growth habit with glossy, pinnate leaves that provide dense shade. Its thornless branches make it an appealing choice for urban landscapes and parks, offering a combination of elegance and low maintenance.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for street plantings, park landscapes, and residential yards where a tall, shade-providing tree is desired. Suitable for both formal and informal garden settings.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Gleditsia triacanthos 'Shademaster'
  • Common Name: Shademaster Thornless Honeylocust
  • Size & Growth: Reaches 30-40 ft in height with a spread of 25-35 ft, with a medium growth rate
  • Hardiness Zones: 4-9
  • Foliage Type: Deciduous, compound pinnate leaves
  • Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
  • Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
  • Light Requirements: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Suitable with ample space
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: Not typically used as cut flowers
  • Grows Well With: Maples, oaks, and other shade trees

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun, spacing 20-30 ft apart for mature size.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep soil moist, but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type: Adaptable to a variety of soil types, prefers loamy, well-drained soil
  • Humidity: Average humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning needed; remove dead or crossing branches
  • Winter Care: Protect young trees from extreme cold with mulch; mature trees are hardy
  • Planting Depth: Plant so that the root flare is at soil level
  • Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring annually
  • Special Care: Mulch around base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature
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