Locust, Purple Robe

Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Purple Robe’

Trees

Description

'Purple Robe Black Locust' is an attractive, small ornamental tree with rose-pink, Wisteria-looking blossoms. Drought tolerant. Bronze-green foliage turns yellow in fall. Weak tree. May break apart in wind and snow. Produces thorns.

Botanical Name
Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Purple Robe’
Height
40-50'
Width
20-30'
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Bloom Time
Spring
Bloom Colors
Purple
Foliage Colors
Yellow Dark Green
Water Requirements
Moderate
Zones
Zone 3 Zone 3B Zone 4 Zone 4A Zone 4B Zone 5 Zone 5B Zone 6 Zone 7

Tags

Fast Growing Drought Tolerant