Gleditsia tricanthos 'Shademaster'
Shademaster Locust
Description
In comparison to the 'Moraine', this tree is a thornless and seedless locust, which grows faster and in a more upright fashion.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25', 25-40'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Light 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
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Background, Lawn
Special Uses
Shade Tree, Fire Resistant
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.