The choice of locust variety
Robinia occur as a tree or in the form of a shrub. The former species has a fairly high growth rate. You should definitely take this feature into account in your decision. If your garden does not offer enough space, special cultivation forms such as the spherical robin are a sensible alternative. Also consider the toxicity of the pseudo acacia. If young children or pets could eat from the bark of the deciduous tree, consider your decision to plant a locust tree carefully weigh up.
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The site
With regard to the soil, the robinia is rather undemanding. Although it also grows on dry sand or gravel soils, nutrient-rich, loose soil promotes healthy growth. The chosen location should be sunny and sheltered from the wind.
Point of time
When it comes to timing, the decisive factor is the form in which you purchased your robinia. You can plant container plants all year round. The only requirement is a frost-free floor. Conventional locust trees, on the other hand, are best placed in the ground in spring or autumn. The deciduous tree benefits even more from the first-mentioned variant, as it has enough time to develop a root system until the coming winter.
Instructions for planting a black locust
- Check the space available and make sure there is enough space when choosing a location
- loosen the soil in the desired place and enrich it with a little compost
- dig a hole twice the diameter of the root ball. The trunk should remain on the surface. Now fill the hole again and water the deciduous tree
- support the young robinia with small stakes for healthy, upright growth and preventive wind protection
