Large, multiple-stemmed shrub or small tree on stock. Slow growing and with an open ovoid crown. Height 4 - 6 (8) m. Stem and branches are spineless, if grafted on G. triacanthos f. inermis. The compound leaf has a more delicate structure and is more graceful than of the species. The separate leaflets are darker green and smaller than of the species, circa 2 cm. After the inflorescence, 45 cm long, sickle-shaped pods appear. These turn from yellow green to brown red and persist until late in winter. Has a deep rooting root system with many branches. Can be well applied in hard surfaces. Winter hardiness zone: 5a