Scientific Name
Robinia pseudoacacia

Common Name
Black locust


Hardiness Zones: 3-8
Habit: Deciduous
Exposure: Sun; tolerates a range of soil types; drought tolerant
Height: 30 to 50'
Flower/Fruit: Pendulous white wisteria-like flowers in spring; very fragrant; flat brown-black pods
Comments: Young growth has thorns; root sprouts; small branches fall easily during storms; some leaves yellow and fall during drought; forms a dense thicket; rapid grower; good plant for difficult sites
Cultivars: --
 

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