Gleditsia triacanthos ~ Honey Locust Size:1 GALLON IMAGE: Photoset by Peter Stevens

IMAGE: Photoset by Peter Stevens

and shade tolerant

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Grows best with morning sun and consistently moist  and rich well-drained soil

The small fragrant creamy white flowers bloom in spring and are followed by sparse purple fruits in fall

Gleditsia triacanthos ~ Honey Locust Size:1 GALLON IMAGE: Photoset by Peter StevensThe Honey Locust, scientifically known as Gleditsia triacanthos, is a deciduous tree native to North America. Here are some key features and information about the Honey Locust: Appearance: The Honey Locust is a medium to large sized tree that can reach heights of 30 to 70 feet (9 to 21 meters). It has a spreading, open canopy with delicate, fern like foliage. Thorny Varieties: Some varieties of Honey Locust have thorns on their branches, while others