Robinia Purple Robe

Robinia 'Purple Robe' is a striking, fast-growing deciduous tree known for its vivid rose-pink to purple, wisteria-like flower clusters that emerge in late spring to early summer. These fragrant blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making it a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly landscapes.

This cultivar boasts bright green, pinnate foliage that turns a soft yellow in fall. The tree has a rounded to irregular shape, with rugged, dark bark providing winter interest. 'Purple Robe' is a tough and resilient tree, tolerant of drought, poor soils, pollution, and urban conditions.

An excellent choice for quick shade, ornamental planting, or as a showy accent in open spaces, Robinia 'Purple Robe' is both eye-catching and hardy. Note that it may sucker and can be brittle in high winds, so best suited to areas where maintenance is manageable.

Highlights:

• Showy purple-pink flowers with a sweet fragrance

• Rapid growth and excellent adaptability

• Drought and pollution tolerant

• Ideal for tough sites or urban landscapes

Robinia pseudoacacia 'Purple Robe'
Common Name: Purple Robe Locust
Height: 30–40 ft
Spread: 20–30 ft
Growth Rate: Fast
Hardiness Zones: 4–9
Sunlight: Full sun
Soil Preference: Adaptable; prefers well-drained soil
Water Needs: Low once established
Landscape Use: Shade tree, ornamental, urban tolerant