Locust Purple Robe DescriptionBotanical Name: Robinia 'Purple Robe' A cultivar of the native Black Locust tree. Upright rounded growth and short, irregular branches form a tight canopy that cast light shade. Foliage is blue-green in summer, turning yellow-green in autumn. Leaves are alternate, pinnately compound, 6" to 14" long, 6 to 9 leaflets, elliptic or ovate, 1" to 2" long. In early spring the tree is in bloom with 4" to 8" long, dense clusters of fragrant 1" rose to dark purple, pink blossoms. Dark red to black, leathery seed pods follow which persist on trees through winter. Well adapted to hot, dry regions. It has a fast growth rate. Plant CharacteristicsPlant Category: Trees-Shade & OrnamentalName: Locust Purple RobePlant Type: Deciduous Flower: Dark purple, pink blossoms in spring, 1" long Mature Size: 40' tall x 30' wide. Water: Low, once established. Exposure:: Full sun, part shade Spacing: 15' Soil Type: Clay; loam; sand; acidic; akaline; well drained Planting Time: Any season CommentsComments: Bees are partial to this tree. The honey produced is quite delicious and sought after.