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    Robinia hispida 'Macrophylla'

    Also Known As

    • Robinia hispida x macrophylla 'Pendula'
    • Flowering Loose Globe Locust

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 10'-12'
    • W: 10'-12'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

    Robinia hispida 'Macrophylla' plant details

    Robinia hispida 'Macrophylla' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Robinia hispida 'Macrophylla'

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: fabaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 10 FT - 12 FT - wide, 10 FT - 12 FT - tall
    Flowers: lavender blooms in spring
    Uses: cascading, fragrant, small tree, xeric

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Robinia hispida 'Macrophylla'

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - occasional
    Resistant to: deer, pollution
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Sweetly fragrant, pendulous, lavender flower clusters grace this open 10-12' small tree; tough and tolerant of most conditions (including air pollution), this makes a fine low-maintenance urban tree. S/M-D

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Robinia hispida 'Macrophylla' plant

    How to Grow Robinia hispida 'Macrophylla'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • pollution tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • lavender

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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