Imperial Honeylocust Tree

Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis 'Impcole'

$595⁰⁰

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Understanding Plant Options

Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:

Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements

Container Plant Sizes

Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.

Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2" x 2" x 3"	0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts	0.20 - 0.23 dry liters
4" Container	0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts	0.35 - 0.96 dry liters
4.5" Container	0.65 dry quarts	0.72 dry liters
6" Container	1.4 dry quarts	1.59 dry liters
1 Quart	1 dry quart	1.1 dry liters
5.5" Container	1.89 dry quarts	2.08 dry liters

Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2 Quart	2 dry quarts	2.2 dry liters
#1 Container	2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts	2.49 - 4.11 dry liters
5" x 5" x 12"	3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts	3.85 - 4.74 dry liters

Mature Plants (2-4 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#2 Container	1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons	5.24 - 7.75 dry liters
#3 Container	2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons	8.14 - 12.16 dry liters

Large Plants (3-5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#5 Container	2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons	12.86 - 20.35 dry liters
#6 Container	5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons	23.12 - 26.42 dry liters
#7 Container	5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons	26.34 - 28.76 dry liters

Bare Root Plants

Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.

Common Sizes:

Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet

Important Notes

Container Volume Specifications

Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents

Growing Conditions

Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment

Seasonal Availability

Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
Container plants are available throughout the growing season
Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes

Questions?

For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.

Plant Highlights

Imperial Honeylocust Tree highlights at a glance!

Specifications

Brand

Nature Hills' Choice
Botanical Name

Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis 'Impcole'
Growing Zones

4-7
Mature Height

30 - 40 feet
Mature Spread

30 - 40 feet
Sun Exposure

Full Sun
Moisture

Moderate to Low Once Established
Soil

Adaptable Well-Drained
Growth Rate

Medium
Flower Color

Yellow
Fall Color

Yellow
Pollinator Friendly

Yes
Fragrant

Yes
Pruning Time

When Dormant
Bloom Period

Early Spring, Late Spring

Growing Zones 4-7

Find Your Growing Zone!

No matter how tough your climate … chances are great you can achieve the kind of shaded backyard paradise you've always dreamed of. Well, introducing the Imperial Honeylocust Tree (Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis 'Impcole') that takes on those hard conditions head first (or rather root first?) and grows into a healthy, rounded lawn tree your whole family will enjoy!

No need to stress about surface roots or prickly thorns with this modern cultivar! Instead, you'll gain tiny, fragrant spring flowers, and fern-like pinnately compound leaves that cast pretty shade but still allow the lawn to thrive underneath.

The Imperial Honeylocust even provides a brilliant golden-yellow fall color to brighten up the tail end of the growing season. And it's a breeze to clean up after these small compound leaflets, too!

This rugged selection resists wind and winter damage and can tolerate brief periods of drought after the first few seasons. It can be planted in new construction sites with compacted soil. No matter what - Imperial grows! Hardy throughout USDA growing zones 4 to 7, there's little that fazes this tough deciduous tree!

Planting and Application:

Lacy and fine-textured Honeylocust trees are your "Perfect Lawn Trees"! Front and backyards gain fast shade and curb appeal! Use an Imperial at the southwestern part of your property to reduce your cooling costs. In a larger space, create a personal park with several scattered informally to take advantage of natural hills and dips in your property.

Honeylocust trees partner well with other trees, too. Add a mix of smaller flowering trees and evergreens with your Imperial Honeylocust for an exceptional display that requires very little care. Your lawn will even grow happily beneath the dappled light shade!

Durable and rugged enough to be used in commercial plantings, parking lots, and as street trees along the road without worry their roots will get into trouble!

Beautiful Form & Thornless Cultivar
Light, Refreshing Shade
Ferny Small Leaves & Easy to Clean in Fall
Brilliant Yellow Fall Color
Deep Root System Great Around Sidewalks & Driveways
Great Lawn Trees, Street Trees & Shade!

#ProPlantTips for Care:

This cultivar of the hardy and resilient native tree thrives in full sun and nearly any type of well-drained soil. Provide moderate regular moisture for new trees, but once established, Honeylocust trees are very drought-tolerant. Top the soil with a 3-4 inch thick layer of arborist mulch - especially when planted in the lawn. Create a buffer zone extending 3-4 feet from the trunk to protect the bark from mower damage. Prune to shape your young tree in late winter.

Full Sun Deciduous Tree
Highly Adaptable to Any Well-Drained Soil
Moderate to Low Moisture Needs Once Established
Prune When Dormant
Handsome Tree is Tough as Nails
Heat Tolerant & Waterwise Once Established

Place your order for these incredible shade trees. The Imperial Honeylocust adds value to your property for years to come! Order now at Nature Hills Nursery!