Gleditsia triacanthos 'Elegantissima' Autumn As it isn't as vigorous

As it isn't as vigorous it is less prone to frost cracks

diamond-shaped ridging on mature trees

The large panicles are followed by conspicuous bladder-like fruits

These often remain through winter

is a lovely broadly vase-shaped cultivar bearing long

Gleditsia triacanthos 'Elegantissima' Autumn As it isn't as vigorousThis species can be grown either as a handsome multi stemmed shrub or grafted to create a lovely little tree. The attractive foliage is pinnate with delicate, dark green leaflets which, come autumn, changes to yellow green to reddish brown. The inconspicuous inflorescence are followed by interesting, long seedpods. Good on hard surfaces. H6