Gleditsia triacanthos ssp. Reaching 30 meters tall, this native nitrogen fixing tree benefits many including bees, wildlife, and even humans: we can use the sweet (honey flavoured) pulp inside their pods in baking, tea or for brewing beer. Honey Locusts grow impressive thorns, 3-10 cm long which can be used for pins or nails in a pinch.
Height including air pruning pot: 20-35 cm one year seedling
Canadian Hardiness Zone: 4
Recommended Use: baking, tea
Ripens: mid September
Pollination: self pollinating
Air Prune Potted Plants will ship or be available for pick up in April and May of 2020