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Purple Robe Locust

Robinia X Ambigua 'Purple Robe'

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Overview

The Purple Robe Locust, Robinia x ambigua 'Purple Robe,' is a captivating deciduous tree, reaching heights of 30-40 ft. with a spread of 20-30 ft. Its vibrant, purple-pink flowers bloom in spring, contrasting its rich green, pinnate leaves. Suited for USDA zones 4-8, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It offers fast growth, but is prone to borers; consider this when planning maintenance.

Sun FullWater LowZones 11–11Type TreeClimate Temperate
Purple Robe Locust (Robinia X Ambigua 'Purple Robe') — with a spread of 20-30 ft
Purple Robe Locust (Robinia X Ambigua 'Purple Robe') — Its vibrant, purple-pink flowers bloom in spring, contrasting its rich green, pinnate leavesPurple Robe Locust (Robinia X Ambigua 'Purple Robe') — reaching heights of 30-40 ftPurple Robe Locust (Robinia X Ambigua 'Purple Robe') — Robinia x ambigua 'Purple Robe,' is a captivating deciduous tree

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
11–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Fabaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Purple Robe Locust (Robinia X Ambigua 'Purple Robe') — with a spread of 20-30 ft
Purple Robe Locust (Robinia X Ambigua 'Purple Robe') — Its vibrant, purple-pink flowers bloom in spring, contrasting its rich green, pinnate leaves
Purple Robe Locust (Robinia X Ambigua 'Purple Robe') — reaching heights of 30-40 ft
Purple Robe Locust (Robinia X Ambigua 'Purple Robe') — Robinia x ambigua 'Purple Robe,' is a captivating deciduous tree

Photograph: David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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