| Robinia pseudoacacia - Black Locust |
| Family |
Fabaceae |
| Botanical Name |
Robinia pseudoacacia |
| Common Name |
Black Locust, Common Locust, White Locust |
| Size |
30 - 50' tall by 20 - 35' spread. |
| Hardiness |
Zone 4 - 8(9) |
| Culture |
Adaptable to nearly any well-drained soil. Full sun. |
| Ornamental Value |
Fragrant white flowers in late spring. |
| Landscape Use |
For naturalizing especially in poor site conditions. |
| Key Identifying Characteristics |
Alternate, pinnately compound, 6-14" long with 7-19, oval leaflets. Stems are zig-zag and have thorns. |
| Notable Cultivars |
'Purple Robe' - pink flowers; 'Semperflorens' - blooms twice, with large white flowers. |
| Campus Location |
Ag: |
