Robinia X ambigua 'Purple Robe' |
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Purple Robe Locust |
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Susan Frommer
Description
Robinia X ambigua 'Purple Robe' is a deciduous tree that grows 25' to 40' tall and 12' to 25' wide with compound green leaves. It requires full sun, low watering (drought tolerant), and will live in poor soil. It has blue, pink, and purple flowers that bloom from April to June.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40'
Flower Color
Blue, Pink, Purple
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Eliminate runoff, especially with fixed spray sprinklers, clay soils, and slopes, by dividing the total watering time into shorter increments.
This allows water to soak in.