Shademaster Honeylocust Tree

The Shademaster Honeylocust can grow up to 40–60 feet tall and 30–40 feet wide at maturity, forming a broad, vase-shaped canopy that provides light, filtered shade.

This is a fast-growing shade tree, typically adding 1.5 to 2 feet of height per year under ideal conditions.

Plant your Shademaster Honeylocust in full sun (at least 6 hours of direct light per day) and well-draining soil. It’s ideal for front yards, open lawns, or streetscapes where filtered shade is desired.

Not at all. This tree is prized for its minimal litter. It produces small pods in fall that are far less messy than traditional honeylocusts, and its tiny leaves break down quickly, requiring little to no raking.

No. The Shademaster variety is thornless, making it a safe and attractive option for residential yards and public spaces.

Yes. Once established, this tree is highly drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering outside of prolonged dry spells.

The Shademaster Honeylocust puts on a beautiful display of golden-yellow foliage in fall before shedding its leaves.

Yes, it’s a great choice for planting near sidewalks or driveways thanks to its deep, non-invasive root system.

Yes. It adapts well to a wide range of soils, including clay, loam, and sandy soil, as long as there is good drainage.

For shade coverage, space trees about 30–40 feet apart. This gives them enough room to grow without overcrowding.

We process and ship your order as quickly as possible, typically within 1-3 business days. You will receive a shipping confirmation with tracking information once your item(s) ship.

We have perfected packaging and shipping plants & trees! That is why we DO NOT use any third-party fulfillment like most other online retailers. Your trees go straight from our farm to your door, safely packaged by our team of seasoned professionals. Our process ensures your plants leave our facility and arrive to your door in the best condition possible!

In cases of extreme cold or hot weather, we may temporarily delay shipping to ensure the well-being of your plants. Our primary focus is on delivering healthy and thriving plants to you. Rest assured, we'll make every effort to notify you of any delays promptly.

Please allow additional ship times during inclement weather and sale periods. We do not process or ship orders on the weekend or U.S. Holidays. Simply Trees is not responsible for delays due to carriers, local disruptions, or weather.

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At Simply Trees, we're committed to your satisfaction. If your plants arrive considerably damaged or sustained damage beyond the point of recovery, please contact us within five days at sales@simplytrees.com with clear photos of the entire plant in question for assistance. Our 1 year guarantee covers issues after planting, subject to our terms. We can't cover plants in the wrong climate or with inadequate care, but we're here to help in other situations. For a detailed understanding of our 1 year guarantee and how we ensure a fair process, click here to learn more.

All California orders require a mandatory inspection by the Texas Department of Agriculture (yep, it’s a USDA thing!). These inspections happen about once a week—typically on Tuesdays, though the day can vary. If you place an order just after an inspection, your plant may not ship for several days until the next one. Unfortunately, we’re not able to expedite this part of the process.

Also, due to USDA regulations, we’re unable to ship oak trees, citrus or fruit trees (except olive trees) to California. This rule helps prevent the spread of pests and diseases and applies to nurseries across the country.

Thanks for your patience—we’ll make sure it’s worth the wait.