General Info
- Latin Name - Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Purple Robe’
- Native Range - Pennsylvania to Georgia, West to Iowa, Missouri and Oklahoma
- Growth Rate - Fast
- Mature Height - 30–50’
- Mature Spread - 20–35’
Arborist Thoughts
- One of the prettiest forms of Black Locust with dark pink to purple flowers that resemble wisteria.
- This fast-growing, urban tolerant tree is easy to grow and an excellent choice for challenging sites.
- Good tree where dappled shade is desired