Black Locust

Scientific Name
Robinia pseudoacacia
Credit

Sharon A. Yiesla

Last Review
Features

Fragrant clusters of white flowers in late spring.

Culture

Full sun; prefers moist, well-drained soil, but tolerates dryness; tolerant of alkaline soil.

Notes

Thicket-forming habit and damage by borers limits the usefulness of this species in the home landscape.

Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
40.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
60.00
Height Unit
Feet
Mature Form

Narrow oblong to irregular crown; can form thickets by suckering roots.

Native Regions, Text

United States

Soil Conditions
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
Image
Black Locust form
picID
3711
Image
Black Locust leaves
picID
3712
Image
Black Locust flowers
picID
3713
Image
Black Locust fruit
picID
3714
Image
Black Locust bark
picID
3715
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
Uses
PlantID
267