Robinia X ambigua 'Idahoensis'
Idaho Magenta Locust
Description
This tree will grow 40' tall by 30' wide and has small, light green leaves with clusters of bright magenta fragrant flowers that bloom in spring. Leaves turn yellow in fall and then drop. This upward arching tree tolerates heat as well as cold. Idaho Locust prefers full to part sun and well draining soil. This variety has no seed pods.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40'
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Light Green
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
English Cottage, Ranch, Spanish, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Background, Lawn
Special Uses
Cut Flowers, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
Birds, Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
In shrub areas, convert from spray sprinklers to bubbler or drip systems that apply water directly to roots.
Occasionally check the soil's moisture level around shrubs before and after watering to determine if watering times are appropriate.