Robinia pseudoacacia Black locust Ht 20-25m
Medium tree / Deciduous / Tolerates dry sites / Attractive autumn colours - yellow / Attractive flowers or catkins / Attractive berries fruits or cone / Attracts bees / Timber / Firewood / Erosion control / Cold hardy (H4) (-10 to -5C)
E. & Midwest USA. Broadly columnar deciduous. Variable stem form. Planted in NZ for slip stabilisation. Fixes nitrogen. Recommend close planting for ground durable posts & firewood. Topped at 60cm.