GLEDITSIA sinensis
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GLEDITSIA sinensis
Commonly known as Chinese honey locust
Small pinnate leaves. Rather fearsome spines up to 16cm in length. Greenish-white flowers followed by large seed pods.
£35.00
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Long sharp spines, seed pods used as a soap in China -
Pests & Diseases
Gall midges on foliage -
Place of origin
China -
Deciduous
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White
Greenish white and small -
Racemes
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Town garden
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Woodland garden
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Pinnate
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Ovate
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Height
15-20 metres -
Spread
4 metres
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Tree
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Tolerates all
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Full sun
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harmful if eaten