Golden Locust

Robinia Pseudoacacia 'Frisia'

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Overview

The Robinia pseudoacacia 'Frisia', commonly known as the Golden Locust, features vibrant golden-yellow foliage that creates a striking contrast in the landscape. This deciduous tree grows to an average height of 30-40 feet with a spread of 20-30 feet, thriving in USDA zones 4-8. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil conditions. Seasonal blooms display fragrant white flowers. Handle with care due to its brittle wood and sharp thorns.

Sun FullWater Low, Medium, Very LowZones 3–10Climate Temperate

Golden Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia 'Frisia') — commonly known as the Golden Locust

Golden Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia 'Frisia') — thriving in USDA zones 4-8

Golden Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia 'Frisia') — commonly known as the Golden Locust tree

Golden Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia 'Frisia') — Handle with care due to its brittle wood and sharp thorns

Golden Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia 'Frisia') — Seasonal blooms display fragrant white flowers

Golden Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia 'Frisia') — It prefers full sun and well-drained soil conditions

Golden Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia 'Frisia') — This deciduous tree grows to an average height of 30-40 feet with a spread of 20-30 feet

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Fabaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Golden Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia 'Frisia') — commonly known as the Golden Locust

Golden Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia 'Frisia') — thriving in USDA zones 4-8

Golden Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia 'Frisia') — commonly known as the Golden Locust tree

Golden Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia 'Frisia') — Handle with care due to its brittle wood and sharp thorns

Golden Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia 'Frisia') — Seasonal blooms display fragrant white flowers

Golden Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia 'Frisia') — It prefers full sun and well-drained soil conditions

Golden Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia 'Frisia') — This deciduous tree grows to an average height of 30-40 feet with a spread of 20-30 feet

Golden Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia 'Frisia') — features vibrant golden-yellow foliage that creates a striking contrast in the landscape

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