Gleditsia tricanthos 'Sunburst'
Sunburst Locust
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. It is a thornless and seedless variety.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25', 25-40'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Poor
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Background, Lawn
Special Uses
Shade Tree, Fire Resistant
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
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.