Gleditsia Sunburst is a striking deciduous tree with fresh lime-green foliage, ideal for lawns, avenues and shade planting.

At a glance

Pot: 75 litre bag

Height now: approx. 3m tall

Mature size: 8–12m tall × 8–10m wide

Sun: full sun

Foliage: deciduous

Hardiness: drought and frost tolerant

Why choose a Locust 75 litre?

The Sunburst Honey Locust is valued for its glowing golden-yellow spring growth, which matures to a soft lime-green, fern-like canopy. Its spreading crown provides dappled shade, and warm yellow tones return in autumn.

How can I use it in my garden?

• Plant as a feature shade tree in a lawn or large garden.

• Use in an avenue planting for a golden seasonal display.

• Combine with other autumn-colour trees for a varied seasonal palette.

Where does it grow best?

Grow in full sun for the best foliage colour. It adapts to most well-drained soils and is hardy, drought tolerant and frost tolerant.

What does it look like through the year?

Golden-yellow new leaves emerge in spring, maturing to a soft lime-green fern-like canopy through summer. The deciduous foliage turns yellow and gold in autumn before the open winter framework is revealed.