Robinia p Purple Robe #15
Robinia p Purple Robe #15
Purple Robe™ Black Locust
Showy flowers
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Pickup available at 2074 Beaver Valley Rd
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Robinia p Purple Robe #15
2074 Beaver Valley Rd
Pickup available, usually ready in 24 hours
2074 Beaver Valley Rd
Beavercreek OH 45434-6976
United States
9373132156
South Store
Pickup available, usually ready in 2-4 days
6000 Far Hills Avenue
Centerville OH 45459
United States
+19374341326
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-
Bloom Time-
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 - C40
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
We offer in store pickup or local delivery within 20 miles of either store- Delivery and Planting Guide
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