imperial honey locust (Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis 'Impcole' IMPERIAL) plant — close-up photo
Moderate to grow

imperial honey locust

Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis 'Impcole' IMPERIAL

Overview

Imperial Honey Locust is an amazing plant species due to its low maintenance nature and stunning ornamental appeal. It features cascading foliage of seedless leaflets that are a pristine green throughout the growing season, and develop a golden hue as temperatures cool. This plant is highly tolerant of drought conditions, making it a great choice for regions with some dry spells. It also has an attractive pyramidal shape with trailing branches that create a beautiful silhouette in the landscape. Its resilience to pests and diseases makes it a great option for those looking to reduce chemical use in their landscaping. Add Imperial Honey Locust to your yard and you’ll have an eye-catching accent that requires minimal fuss.

Care Guide

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Watering

Average — every "7-10" days.

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Light

Full sun.

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Soil

Well-drained

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Temperature

Hardiness zone 3-8.

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Pruning

Best pruned in February, February, March, August, August, September, February, August.

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Propagation

Seed Propagation, Grafting Propagation

Diseases & Pests

Common pests: Canker, sap rot, Diptera - true flies, Fungal leaf spot, Galls, Heart rot, Leafhopper, spittlebug, Mildew, Rust, Scale insects, Deer resistant, Drought resistant .

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