Gledsia triacanthos ‘Shademaster’
Drought tolerant and heat and wind resistant make this tree a good choice for our dry climate. It is a fast-growing, graceful tree with thornless, spreading branches. Dark green foliage persists until late fall. Its small leaves provide light shade to protect understory plants from harsh sun but give adequate light to these plants so they can blossom and perform well.
Special features: Soft yellow fall color
Fruit: Seedless
Type of Plant: Deciduous Shade Tree
Distinguishing Characteristics: Upright thornless variety has ascending branches that form a rounded crown
Water Use: Low
Flower Color: NA
Sun/Location: Full Sun
Approximate Height at Maturity*: 45'
Approximate Spread at Maturity*: 35'
*Under average conditions in Northern New Mexico