Bristly Locust (Robinia Hispida) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
Robinia hispida is a deciduous shrub known for its bristly stems and attractive purplish-pink flowers.
Bristly Locust
Robinia Hispida
Robinia hispida is a deciduous shrub known for its bristly stems and attractive purplish-pink flowers.
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