Gleditsia triacanthos

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Description

This deciduous tree reaches 35'-75 tall' and 25'-35' wide with an open crown. Leaves are actually green oval leaflets, turning gold in fall. Foliage creates a sun dappled shade. Small greenish white insignificant flowers appear in spring, followed by long dark brown pods in summer and fall. It tolerates full sun. Soak twice monthly during the heat of summer in low desert areas. Drought tolerant as well as soil adaptable. Trunk and branches have long thorns.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

40-60', 60-100'

 

Flower Color

Green, White

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Light Green

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Very Low

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch

 

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Silhouette, Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Roadside

 

Special Uses

Shade Tree

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.