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Gleditsia triacanthos 'Sunburst'

Sunburst Honey Locust

Plant photo of: Gleditsia triacanthos 'Sunburst'
Information by: PlantMaster        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

The golden yellow color of new foliage is characteristic of this variety. Its leaves turn green when they mature, which are showy against a background of deep green. Small leaflets turn yellow during fall. Sunburst can reach 40' tall and 30' wide if grown in full sun. It is a thornless and seedless variety. It has an open habit and spreading crown. It is prone to breaking limbs and pest damage so it's important to prune tree in fall, after leaves have fallen. It does best in full sun with well draining soil. It tolerates heat and cold. Long lived tree.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green, Yellow

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Messy

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Specimen, Standard, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Park

Special Uses

Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Check the soil's moisture level before watering.

You can reduce your water use 20-50% by regularly checking the soil before watering.