Robinia ps. 'Purple Robe' - 175-200 CM BR WHIP

Description
The False acacia 'Purple Robe' (Robinia pseudoacacia) is a broad, oval tree with decorative, brown, pod-shaped legumes that stick for a very long time. These exude a pleasant fragrance. In June, it produces creamy white flowers arranged in clusters. The False acacia 'Purple Robe' also has pinnate, medium green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location, it usually reaches a height of around 20 metres. The False acacia 'Purple Robe' makes no special demands on the soil.

Bulletpoints
* Fruiting ornament * Olive-green shoots * the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers * attractive yellow autumn colouring * easy to care for * Resistant to urban climates, likes warmth, tolerates soil salts

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the False acacia 'Purple Robe' are medium green, pinnate and alternate. They are about 20 - 30 cm tall. False acacia 'Purple Robe' turns bright yellow in autumn.

Bark
Grey-brown, deeply furrowed bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The False acacia 'Purple Robe' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
False acacia 'Purple Robe' is a broad and oval growing tree with a loose crown. It usually reaches a height of 15 - 20 m.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
No special requirements.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Pruning: In the period from August to mid-November.

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and thoroughly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
The creamy white flowers of False acacia 'Purple Robe' appear in clusters in June. These are pleasantly fragrant.

Fruit
The brown, pod-shaped fruits of Robinia pseudoacacia 'Purple Robe' are particularly decorative. These appear from September. Stick for a very long time.

Interesting facts
Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.

Use
Solitary, bee pasture, avenue, street tree

Shoots
The shoots of Robinia pseudoacacia 'Purple Robe' are spiny, olive green.

Root
Robinia pseudoacacia 'Purple Robe' is a sinker rooter.