Upright, open, rounded native deciduous tree. Blooms in spring with large, fragrant dark rose-pink flowers.Foliage is a bronzed red maturing to medium green, changing to slight yellow in the fall. Easy to grow with a fast growth rate. Very adaptable and tolerant. Botanical Name- Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Purple Robe’ Pronunciation- roh-BIN-ee-uh soo-doh-uh-KAY-shuh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 20 ft Mature Height- 30 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Prefers moist, well-drained soil, but does well on dry sites Current Size- 15 Bloom Color- Violet – purple Bloom Time- May – June Companion Plants- Nepeta ‘Cat’s Pajamas’ – pollinator synergy, bold color contrast Fauna Attracted- Bees (major honey plant), hummingbirds, beneficial wasps Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C41 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune suckers and dead branches in winter; very drought-tolerant once established. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to remove suckers and deadwood. Fertilization Instructions- Feed lightly with a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; low feeding need. Over-fertilizing in clay can lead to weak, brittle wood. Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone Possible Issues- Locust borer, leaf miners
