False acacia also known as the black locust is one of the heaviest nectar and sugar producing trees for insects. Their flowers are sometimes used to flavour wine. Fragrant, scented, creamy-white pendulous flower clusters, bloom in June and are followed by reddish-brown, flat leathery pods that remain on the tree over the winter months.
Not demanding on soil as long as there is good drainage. Will not cope in wet ground.
Tolerates heat, likes warmth.
Extremely fast growing in its early years 60-150cm per year. Slowing down to 25-50cm per annum after 10-15years.
Acidic to alkaline soils.
Forms many underground runners.
Extremely resistant to heat and drought.
Cut in winter to shape or remove dead or damaged branches.
Grows to 25m tall with 12m spread.
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