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Honey Locust - Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis ‘Elegantissima’
Premium advanced landscape stock selected for residential, estate and commercial projects.
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sizes shown are confirmed available stock. If you require larger specimen, project quantities or specific sizes not listed, our sourcing team can locate additional stock through our national supplier network.
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Product Details
Overview & Specifications
Honey Locust - Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis 'Elegantissima'
Few deciduous trees deliver the combination of refined texture, filtered shade, and architectural presence that 'Elegantissima' offers. A thornless selection with finely pinnate, fern-like foliage, it brings lightness and structure to prestige landscapes without the visual weight of a conventional shade tree.
Why Elegantissima Honey Locust
Fine, feathery canopy: Delicate pinnate foliage creates soft, dappled shade with an unmistakable lightness of form.
Thornless variety: Inermis selection makes it fully suited to high-traffic and public-facing landscapes.
Filtered shade: Allows turf and understorey planting to thrive beneath the canopy without sacrifice.
Autumn display: Foliage transitions to warm golden yellow before leaf drop, extending seasonal interest.
Climate resilience: Tolerates heat, wind exposure, and a broad range of soil conditions with minimal intervention.
Ideal Applications
Feature specimen: Positioned as a standalone tree, its refined texture and graceful structure command attention in open landscapes.
Avenue and boulevard planting: Uniform habit and consistent form suit formal linear installations on prestige properties.
Shade canopy over lawns and terraces: Delivers cooling without the density that limits planting flexibility beneath.
Contemporary and architectural projects: Complements clean-lined, modern design schemes where foliage texture is a deliberate design element.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 4–6m
Planting Season: Autumn to early spring
Soil & Drainage: Adaptable to a wide range of soils including clay, loam and sandy soils; prefers well-drained conditions but tolerates moderate moisture; moderately drought tolerant once established
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly for the first two years to establish a strong root system, particularly during hot and dry periods. Apply a layer of mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch clear of the trunk.
Plant Details
Height: 4–6m
Width: 3–5m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Foliage: Deciduous
Light: Full sun
Native to: Eastern North America
Flower Colour: Insignificant
Delivery
Specialist transport for advanced stock
Every order is wrapped, secured and palletised for delivery. Freight starts from $199.95 and is structured so larger orders receive better delivery value.
- Delivery is calculated by order value, with clear freight tiers shown before payment.
- Delivery estimated at 5-8 business days.
Freight Pricing
Freight table
Nursery Direct uses specialist nursery freight for advanced trees, palms and landscape stock. Freight is calculated using clear order-value tiers so customers can review delivery costs before completing their order.
| Order value | Freight |
|---|---|
| $0.01 to $1,000.01 | $199.95 |
| $1,000.02 to $1,400.01 | $249.95 |
| $1,400.02 to $1,650.01 | $299.95 |
| $1,650.02 to $1,950.01 | $349.95 |
| $1,950.02 to $2,250.01 | $399.95 |
| $2,250.02 to $2,500.01 | $449.95 |
| $2,500.02 to $2,750.01 | $499.95 |
| $2,750.02 to $3,000.01 | $549.95 |
| $3,000.02 to $3,350.01 | $599.95 |
| $3,350.02 to $3,650.01 | $649.95 |
| $3,650.02 to $3,850.01 | $699.95 |
| $3,850.02 to $4,150.01 | $749.95 |
| $4,150.02 to $4,450.01 | $799.95 |
| $4,450.02 to $4,750.01 | $849.95 |
| $4,750.02 to $5,000.01 | $899.95 |
| $5,000.02 to $5,250.01 | $949.95 |
| $5,250.02 to $5,550.01 | $999.95 |
| $5,550.02 to $5,850.01 | $1,049.95 |
| $5,850.02 to $6,100.01 | $1,099.95 |
| $6,100.02 to $6,350.01 | $1,149.95 |
| $6,350.02 to $6,650.01 | $1,199.95 |
| $6,650.02 to $6,950.01 | $1,249.95 |
| $6,950.02 to $7,250.01 | $1,299.95 |
| $7,250.02 to $7,500.01 | $1,349.95 |
| $7,500.02 to $7,750.01 | $1,399.95 |
| $7,750.02 to $8,000.01 | $1,449.95 |
| $8,000.02 to $8,350.01 | $1,499.95 |
| $8,350.02 to $8,650.01 | $1,549.95 |
| $8,650.02 to $8,850.01 | $1,599.95 |
| $8,850.02 to $9,150.01 | $1,649.95 |
| $9,150.02 to $9,450.01 | $1,699.95 |
| $9,450.02 to $9,750.01 | $1,749.95 |
| $9,750.02 and above | $1,799.95 |
For difficult access, oversized specimen stock, crane or machinery requirements, remote areas or commercial projects, please request project pricing before purchasing so our team can confirm the most appropriate freight method.
Installation
Professional installation available
Nursery Direct can arrange professional installation of advanced trees, specimen palms and landscape stock throughout many areas of Australia. Installation pricing varies depending on access, machinery requirements, tree size, planting conditions and location.
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Built for serious landscapes
Nursery Direct gives customers access to mature trees, specimen palms and advanced stock for high-end residential and commercial landscapes.
- Mature trees and specimen palms
- Online ordering and project support
- Sourcing for hard-to-find stock
- Residential and commercial supply
