Thornless Honey Locust

The Thornless Honey Locust is a multifunctional tree that enhances soil fertility, supports diverse farming practices, provides fodder and forage, controls erosion, and offers valuable timber and wildlife habitat. Its ability to thrive in various conditions and its numerous benefits make it an excellent choice for permaculture systems, contributing to the sustainability and resilience of the landscape. Its deep root system improves soil fertility by storing nutrients from deeper soil layers in its leaves which then fall to the ground, closing the loop. The tree produces nutritious pods that are rich in carbohydrates and can be used as fodder for livestock, reducing the need for external feed inputs. Thornless Honey Locust can be planted as a windbreak to protect crops and reduce wind erosion, while still allowing filtered sunlight through its open canopy. And no thorns!

Arrives well rooted in a 3.5 x 9 inch deep treepot.

Latin Name: Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis

Site and Soil: Full sun, well drained soil

Size at Maturity: 30-70' tall

USDA Zone: 4-10