Black Locust – Robinia pseudoacacia 200 Seeds | Fast Growing Hardy Tree Fragrant White Blooms | Nitrogen Fixing | Tough & Drought Tolerant

Start your own fast-growing shade tree with this pack of 200 Black Locust seeds. Robinia pseudoacacia is an extremely hardy and adaptable deciduous tree known for its fragrant white spring flowers and ability to thrive in poor or challenging soils.

In late spring, trees are covered with long, pendant clusters of wisteria-like white blooms that are intensely fragrant and highly attractive to bees. The nectar produces prized honey. After flowering, smooth purple-brown seed pods develop and remain on the tree.

Black Locust grows quickly and creates beautiful dappled shade. It tolerates drought, cold, heat, urban pollution, and a wide range of soils—including sandy or nearly barren ground. As a nitrogen-fixing tree, it naturally improves soil fertility over time. Ideal for windbreaks, erosion control, timber production, difficult planting sites, or bonsai training.

You will receive:
✔️ 200 Black Locust seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Detailed germination instructions
✔️ Untreated, non-GMO seeds
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Black Locust
Botanical Name: Robinia pseudoacacia
Plant Type: Deciduous flowering tree
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Average, dry to medium, well-drained; tolerates poor soils
Watering: Dry to medium; drought tolerant once established
Mature Height: 30–50 feet
Spread: 20–35 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 3–8
Drought Tolerance: High

💡 Care Tip: Seeds have a hard, impermeable coat and require scarification. Pour boiling water over seeds and let soak for 24 hours. Repeat for seeds that do not swell. Sow 1/4 inch deep in well-draining soil. Avoid pruning in spring, as trees may bleed sap.