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How to Grow Honey Locust Sunburst

Gleditsia triacanthos inermis 'Sunburst'

Your complete guide to growing Honey Locust Sunburst.

☀SunFull sun to partial shade (4-6+ hours)
💧WaterLow — drought tolerant
🗺Zones3–8
📏Height60-80 feet
Honey Locust Sunburst📷 Wikimedia Commons

When to Plant Honey Locust Sunburst

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Companion Plants for Honey Locust Sunburst

✓ Good companions

Astilbe

Enjoys partial shade conditions and complements the tree's airy texture

Catmint

Tolerates drought conditions similar to honey locust and deters pests

Coral Bells

Tolerates filtered light and adds colorful foliage contrast to golden leaves

Daylily

Adapts well to changing light conditions as tree matures

Hosta

Thrives in the dappled shade created by honey locust's filtered canopy

Japanese Painted Fern

Flourishes in the light shade and provides textural contrast

Lungwort

Benefits from the tree's light shade and spring moisture retention

Sedum

Shares drought tolerance and won't compete aggressively for nutrients

✗ Keep away from

Ailanthus

Aggressive root system and allelopathic compounds suppress nearby plantings

Black Walnut

Produces juglone which can inhibit honey locust growth and health

Norway Maple

Creates dense shade that honey locust cannot tolerate, competes for resources

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