Gleditsia Ruby Lace - Bare-Rooted

Gleditsia triacanthos Ruby Lace, commonly known as the Purple Honey Locust, is a stunning deciduous tree renowned for its deep reddish-purple foliage and elegant growth habit. This variety of honey locust is highly valued for its unique colour and ornamental beauty, making it a standout choice for diverse garden settings.

Gleditsia Ruby Lace is perfect for gardeners seeking to introduce striking colour and texture to their landscape. Its delicate, fern-like leaves emerge in spring with a deep reddish-purple hue, transitioning to a rich burgundy as the season progresses. This tree’s airy canopy provides light, dappled shade, making it ideal for creating visually appealing, inviting spaces in the garden.

This tree thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soil, though it is tolerant of various soil types, including clay and sandy soils. It is also drought-tolerant once established, making it a low-maintenance option for busy gardeners. Allow sufficient space for its mature size, typically reaching 6-8 metres in height and 4-6 metres in width, ensuring it has room to spread its graceful canopy.

What is a bare-rooted tree?

Bare-rooted trees are deciduous trees that have been grown in the ground and are dug up when they've become dormant in the winter. The soil is shaken from their roots and they are bundled up with their roots packed in moist material to prevent dehydration during transport. 

What are the benefits? 

• Less packaging and plastic waste involved in growing process and transportation. 
• Plant has more root mass as the roots have not been constricted and twisted by a pot.
• They are easier to carry and plant as they are extremely lightweight.
• Bare-rooted trees are cheaper as they do not come with soil and pots. 
• Planting bare-rooted trees in the winter follows the natural pattern of the seasons.