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Honey Locust
Columbus Avenue and Southwest Corridor
Height: 60'-80'
Leaves: 4"-8", with bipinnate leaves of 1"
Location: Central United States
Bark: Striated with age
Hardiness Zone: 3-8
Sun: Medium
Water: Medium
Aesthetic Characteristics: Bright yellow fall color, creates lovely shadows
ROLE IN URBAN HEAT ISLAND
Canopy Size: 60-80' spread of dappled, delicate canopy
Growth Rate: Rapid ~24" per year
Negative Traits: Some variants litter seed pods and thorns
Urban Condition Tolerance:
-acidic, alkaline, moist, dry and salty soils
-flooding and drought
-air and soil pollution
-benefits wildlife, soil quality, and air quality
Value: Provides excellent shade and visual interest while reducing temperatures and improving soil quality
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