Robinia pseudoacacia
Description
Fast-growing deciduous tree (False Acacia) with fragrant white flower clusters and attractive feathery foliage.
Taxonomy
Family
Fabaceae
Genus
Robinia
Bellas Gold Mop Top
Bellas Gold Mop Top is a cultivar of black locust. Bella's Gold has golden yellow foliage with contrasting red stems that forms a 'lollipop' ball of foliage on a straight stem. Good for small gardens and can be grown in a container. Prefers a sheltered position with well drained soil. Trim regularly if you wish to keep the round shape. Deciduous. Matures to around 2 m tall by 1.5 m wide.
Frisia
aka Black Locust A spectacular tree with spring foliage of pale gold turning to a darker yellow with green tones during warmer months. In autumn deep golden tones come to the fore before leaf fall. Very easy to grow and tolerant of dry soils and frost. Deciduous. Flower colour: White. Habit: Tree Multi Branched. Leaves: Deciduous, Green.
Lace Lady
Lace Lady is a cultivar of black locust. Do you want something really different to feature in the garden or a container? The twisted contorted branches and lacy foliage of 'Lace Lady' will certainly attract attention. White fragrant flowers may occur in summer and nice yellow autumn foliage. Height will depend on graft. Deciduous. Flowering is possible but not guaranteed. Ball can reach to 2x2m
Mop Top
Mop Top is a cultivar of black locust. 'Mop Top' forms a ball of fresh lustrous foliage on a sturdy lollipop stem. Makes a strong statement in any planting scheme especially avenue planting. Equally fabulous in a large container. Hardy and tolerant of most conditions except wet feet. Trim to maintain shape and size. Deciduous. Matures to around 1.5 m tall by 1.2 m wide.