Overview
Robinia hispida var. rosea is a columnar upright trees in the genus Robinia, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Robinia hispida var. rosea grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include wildlife gardens, architectural and low maintenance.
About
Robinia hispida var. rosea is a deciduous tree cultivar within the Robinia genus, known for robust trees and shrubs that often produce suckers and may have thorns. This cultivar has a columnar upright habit and thrives in full sun with sheltered exposure. It grows well in a variety of soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, across acid to alkaline pH levels, preferring moist but well-drained or well-drained conditions. Flowering in spring and summer, it suits wildlife gardens and architectural plantings, requiring low maintenance and hardy to UK zone H6.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Robinia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, West-facing, South-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Robinia hispida var. rosea size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Wildlife gardens, Architectural, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Robinia hispida var. rosea
- Propagation
- Seed, Root cuttings, Suckers
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Robinia hispida var. rosea?
Robinia hispida var. rosea prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Robinia hispida var. rosea need?
Robinia hispida var. rosea is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Robinia hispida var. rosea hardy in the UK?
Robinia hispida var. rosea has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Robinia hispida var. rosea?
Seed, Root cuttings, Suckers.
More in the Robinia genus
- Robinia pseudoacacia 'Aurea'
- Robinia 'Anna Irena'
- Robinia pseudoacacia var. rectissima
- Robinia x slavinii