Black Locust

Black Locust (Robinia pseudoacacia) BARE ROOT TREES WILL BEGIN SHIPPING OCT/NOV. 

Black locust is an interesting tree and there are many reasons why you may wish to grow them. For one the wood is very rot resistant and commonly used as fence posts. This species is in the legume family and therefore is able to pair with rhizobium bacteria in the soil to fix nitrogen. Some, but not all, black locust seedlings produce  thorns. The trees also sucker regularly allowing them to create a dense thicket.

Livestock adore the leaves and will happily snack on any limbs you cut for them. These trees respond well to coppicing and grow back with vigor. It is also important to note that the flowers on this tree are very beautiful and edible, they look similar to pea or bean flowers. Black locust is native to the eastern united stated although the exact extent of its native range is not completely understood.

This tree has been cultivated extensively and exists often outside of its native range. Due to its aggressive shallow rooting habit, ability to fix nitrogen, and its preference for full sun black locust is a great tree for planting in disturbed areas. This tree is also very well suited for erosion control. The wood burns very hot and is a great choice for firewood. Black locust grows exceptionally fast. It is not uncommon for trees to grow upwards of 6 feet tall from seed in their first year. 

These trees are roughly 1 foot or taller