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Robinia pseudoacacia 'Umbraculifera'

Also Known As

  • Mop-head Black Locust

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 5'-20'
  • W: 5'-20'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Robinia pseudoacacia 'Umbraculifera' plant details

Robinia pseudoacacia 'Umbraculifera' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Robinia pseudoacacia 'Umbraculifera'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 5 FT - 20 FT - wide, 5 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: compact, shade tree, small tree, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Robinia pseudoacacia 'Umbraculifera'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Once used for clipped specimens in 19th century villa gardens, this thornless locust forms a small, densely rounded tree which rarely flowers but is excellent for the formal garden or street planting. S/M

Gardening facts about Robinia pseudoacacia 'Umbraculifera' plant

How to Grow Robinia pseudoacacia 'Umbraculifera'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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