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SHADEMASTER HONEYLOCUST

GLEDITSIA TRI SHADEMASTER

Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis 'Shademaster'

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Genus: GLEDITSIA
Height: 40-50 Feet Tall
Spread: 30 Feet Wide
Color: yellow fall color
Light: Full Sun Plants
Full Sun Deciduous Tree Plants
Type: Deciduous Tree
Zone: 4
Item: #0202 NEW LATE SUMMER-FALL

drought tolerant * deer resistant * salt tolerant * native roots *

SHADEMASTER HONEYLOCUST

Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis 'Shademaster' (Shademaster Honeylocust) is an outstanding shade tree prized for its fast growth rate, symmetrical spreading canopy, and exceptional structural reliability. Emerging in spring with deep emerald-green foliage, its fine-textured, compound leaves create a soft, dapple-filtered shade that allows lawn turf and understory perennials to thrive underneath without scorching. 'Shademaster' matures into an upright-spreading vase form reaching 40 to 50 feet tall with a 30-foot spread. Being a thornless (inermis) and virtually seedless selection, it offers all the graceful aesthetics and rapid establishment of native honeylocusts without the hazards of sharp trunk thorns or the messy cleanup of large seed pods. In autumn, the delicate leaflets turn a golden yellow before dropping cleanly, breaking down naturally with minimal leaf-raking required.

Cultivating 'Shademaster' successfully relies on positioning it in full sun within moist, well-drained soil, though it displays remarkable urban adaptability once established. Hardy across USDA Zones 4 through 8, it tolerates challenging site conditions including high heat, soil compaction, road salt spray, alkaline pH levels, and periodic drought better than most shade trees. The ideal spot is a lawn focal point, street tree planting line, or patio border where its high, airy canopy can provide cooling shade without darkening the landscape or blocking air circulation.

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PLANT	SIZE	TYPE	GALENA	ADD'L	DIG	SOON
GLEDITSIA TRI SHADEMASTER	1.75 in		0	0	24	0

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con = containers - available now
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(BBnPOT - formerly known as GRSTART - are B&B put into a container - they are available now)

Planting Tips ⓘ

To help this plant settle in and thrive, we recommend these standard planting practices: Plant in well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH. Water regularly, but avoid overwatering. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize annually with a balanced fertilizer. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and promote healthy growth.