Robinia pseudoacacia

Black Locust

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A medium sized tree with a relatively straight trunk and a crown of crooked branches. Often forms thickets by root suckering. In spring, beautiful white flower panicles hang from the branches.

Additional Information:

Height -70 Feet

Spread 35-50 Feet

Bloom/Seasonal Color White

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8

Home Owner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Young growth has thorns; small branches fall easily during storms; some leaves yellow and fall during drought; forms a dense thicket; good plant for difficult sites; transplants well; tends to reseed; develops shoots from roots; a legume - fixes its own nitrogen; salt tolerant. A medium sized tree to 70 feet, with a relatively straight trunk and a crown of crooked branches. Often forms thickets by root suckering.

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