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Black Locust

Robinia Pseudoacacia

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Overview

The Black Locust, Robinia pseudoacacia, is a fast-growing deciduous tree, reaching heights of 40-100 feet with a spread of 20-35 feet. Its notable for its fragrant, white flower clusters and compound leaves. Hardy in zones 4-8, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils. The tree is drought-tolerant, though its aggressive roots and self-seeding nature require cautious placement. Its wood is durable and rot-resistant.

Sun FullWater Low, Medium, Very LowZones 3–10Type TreeClimate Temperate
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — the foliage turns an attractive yellow hue; reaching heights of 40-100 feet with a spread of 20-35 feet, image 65

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium, Very Low
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Fabaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — which can be utilized for posts or lumber if needed; and the fragrant white flowers that bloom in late spring, image 95
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — Hardy in zones 4-8, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — These pendulous flower clusters can reach 4 to 8 inches in length, image 88
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — These pendulous flower clusters can reach 4 to 8 inches in length, image 38
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — preferring full sun exposure for optimal growth; making it an excellent choice for varied landscape designs, image 91
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — Hardy in zones 4-8, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils; tree for full, image 54
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — and the fragrant white flowers that bloom in late spring; its wood is durable and rot-resistant, image 62
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — is a fast-growing deciduous tree; hardy in zones 4-8, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — This hardy species reaches a mature height of 40 to 70 feet with a canopy spread of 20 to 35 feet; it, image 60
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — adding a visually striking and pleasing olfactory element to any garden
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — and the fragrant white flowers that bloom in late spring; its wood is durable and rot-resistant
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — is a deciduous tree renowned for its resilience and ornamental qualities; its notable for its fragrant, white, image 83
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — This hardy species reaches a mature height of 40 to 70 feet with a canopy spread of 20 to 35 feet; it, image 85
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — tree for full; thus caution is advised in landscapes frequented by pets or small children, image 100
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — adding a visually striking and pleasing olfactory element to any garden; which can be utilized for posts or, image 64
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — so careful consideration should be given to its placement in areas of human activity; white flowers in the, image 93
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — so careful consideration should be given to its placement in areas of human activity
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — so careful consideration should be given to its placement in areas of human activity; white flowers in the garden
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — so careful consideration should be given to its placement in areas of human activity; white flowers in the, image 68
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — which can be utilized for posts or lumber if needed; and the fragrant white flowers that bloom in late spring
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — the Black Locust is also known for its hard; the tree is drought-tolerant, though its aggressive roots and self-seeding
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — This hardy species reaches a mature height of 40 to 70 feet with a canopy spread of 20 to 35 feet
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — tree with white blooms; the foliage turns an attractive yellow hue, image 99
Black Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia) — tree for full; thus caution is advised in landscapes frequented by pets or small children
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