About

This ornamental tree, reaching 3-10m, with a spreading crown of attractive foliage. It bears ornamental features.

About the genus

Robinia are vigorous suckering trees and shrubs, sometimes thorny, with pinnate leaves and racemes of pea-type flowers in early summer, sometimes followed by seed pods

Plant details

Suggested usesSpecimen tree, large borders, parks

Care notes

CultivationFertile, well-drained soil in sun or partial shade
PruningPrune to shape when young. Remove dead wood
PropagationFrom seed or grafting
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceHoney fungus and canker possible