Imperial or Sunburst Honey Locust?
CarrieHund
3 years ago
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CarrieHund
3 years agolast modified: 3 years agoRelated Discussions
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Comments (12)I googled Ruby Lace Locust and came up with a couple of websites that weren't all that positive about it. RUBY LACE HONEY LOCUST (Gleditsia triacanthos inermis 'Ruby Lace'), 15 ft., is not as commonly available as in past years. It is often injured during the winter in the Twin Cities area, sometimes killed to the base. The maroon spring foliage is attractive, but turns an unattractive brown in the summer. It usually has poor tree form. I bought a sunburst late last year and plunked it in the ground and it seems to be doing well. I can't comment on the others... I bought mine on clearance :) Here is a link that might be useful: University of Minn Extension...See MoreSunburst locust - too close to basement?
Comments (6)The concerns about tree roots in close proximity to foundations are generally overstated. ALL trees develop widely spreading root systems - 2-3 times the width of the mature canopy is the generalized rule of thumb, however various conditions can either increase or decrease this spread. Where I live, large, 60-80'+ native conifers are common on residential properties and these can have some very extensive root systems - extending 200-300 feet or more from the base of the trunk. Obviously, these are not all planted at that distance away from any structures - some are very close, within 10-20' - but if the tree is considered to be healthy and well-anchored and the foundation is also structurally sound, there is no real concern about "root invasion"!! When roots encounter a solid object, like a foundation, the just change direction. And the vast majority of peripheral roots are fine feeder roots of very small diameter. Most concerns about a foundation's structural integrity are due to soil subsidence, not tree roots. This is a different situation from trees with water seeking roots and proximity with inground plumbing and piping and septic systems....See MoreSunburst Honey Locust issue
Comments (1)I can't seem to post pics, so I'll try describing the problem for now, and try to post the photos again later. My locust was a well-matured tree when I moved in 6 years ago. Last year, a couple of small, lower branches died off over winter; nothing major. This spring, the tree still is not completely leafed out. It looks sparse with more small dead branches throughout. From top to bottom, this tree has sections where the ends of the branches still have no leaves, giving it a patchy appearance. Just to the east of it (maybe 50 or 60 feet) sits a large silver maple. The two tree canopies are nearly touching. I wonder if the silver maple is crowding out the locust? My neighbor thinks both trees were planted in 1970 or 1971, to give you an idea on the age. I LOVE this tree. I have done some research, and I don't see any obvious cankers. Any idea without photos of what could be happening?...See MoreIs my honey locust tree dying?
Comments (2)Yes. I’d say you just have a yellow cultivar. The colour is most intense early in the year....See MoreCarrieHund
3 years ago
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