Rose Acacia Bristly Locust Robinia hispida 20 Seeds

The Rose Acacia is a native shrub that is related to the more widely known black locust tree. Unlike the black locust, which has white flowers, the Rose Acacia has absolutely stunning clusters of beautiful, bright pink or rose-colored flowers. It is native to the southeastern United States and is an old-fashioned garden favorite. It is a deciduous shrub which typically grows variably from 2-10' tall. The flowers appear in 2-4" long, pendulous racemes in May. Compound pinnate, medium to dark green foliage (7-15 leaflets). Flowers are followed by bristly, purple seed pods (to 3" long). Branches, petioles, flower stalks and fruits are hispid (stiffly hairy) as the species name suggests, thus giving rise to another common name of bristly locust. Excellent flowers and foliage. Specimen or screen. Good plant for stabilizing embankments and slopes and for planting in poor, dry soils. Interesting informal hedge. Grow in average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soil in full sun. Prefers o