Street Keeper Honeylocust
Quick Overview
Street Keeper Honeylocust is an ideal tree for any location, from back yards to city streets. This tree boasts the tight, narrow form which is great for parkways or any other situation which calls for a narrow tree. The ascending branch structure gives Street Keeper a canopy that is only half as wide as the Skyline Honeylocust, and its foliage is deeper green than other selections.
Details
Quick Overview
Why it rocks:
Street Keeper Honeylocust is an ideal tree for any location, from back yards to city streets. This tree boasts the tight, narrow form which is great for parkways or any other situation which calls for a narrow tree. The ascending branch structure gives Street Keeper a canopy that is only half as wide as the Skyline Honeylocust, and its foliage is deeper green than other selections. Their fern-like foliage adds a unique texture to the landscape while offering a dappled shade underneath. In the fall their feathery foliage turns an outstanding gold, and will require no raking because of their small leaf size. Their rapid growth rate and extreme toughness make this tree a sure bet.
Where to put it:
Street Keeper Honeylocust is one of the most flexible shade trees available. Because they provide light shade with quick growth, they are perfect for virtually anywhere. Street Keeper is narrower than the Skyline Honeylocust which makes it a great choice for parkways, sidewalks, parking lots, or other similar situations. This tree should be planted at least 15ft from buildings, and is a great choice next to your patio or buildings.
What it needs:
Street Keeper Honeylocust are vigorous and adaptable, they can grow in almost any condition.
Specs
Botanical Name | Gleditsia triacanthos 'Draves' PP 21698 |
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Hardiness Zone | 4 |
Tree Type | Shade |
Size Range | Large Tree (more than 40 feet) |
Mature Height | 45' |
Mature Spread | 20' |
Shape | Narrow/Columnar |
Foliage Color | Dark Green |
Fall Color | Yellow/Gold |
Flower Color | N/A |
Decorative Fruit | None |
Landscape Uses | Shade, Parkway/Street |
Growth Rate | Rapid |
Plant Tolerance | Very Adaptable |
Standout Feature | Narrow Form, Very Tough and Adaptable, Fern-like Foliage, Dappled Shade, Clean |