Black Locust vs Sensation Lilac - TreeTime.ca

Black Locust vs Sensation Lilac

Syringa vulgaris Sensation

Robinia pseudoacacia

Sensation Lilac
Black Locust

Sensation Lilac is an outstanding shrub known for its fragrant, bicolor flowers. In mid-spring, stunning purple flowers with white borders emerge and cover the entire plant.

Once the flowers bloom, they give off a beautifully sweet scent that is enjoyed by people, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other wildlife. Plant Sensation Lilac in full sun to produce the most vibrant flower color.

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Black Locust is an attractive tree. Its distinctive leaves are made of about a dozen bright green leaflets. It also notable for its fragrant white flowers, which smell of citrus.

Black Locust can grow in many situations, but prefers dry areas with lots of sun. It is robust and is an excellent choice for establishing shade in dry, open areas.

Important note: Much of the Black Locust is toxic to humans and livestock, including seeds, bark, and leaves.

Sensation Lilac Quick Facts

Black Locust Quick Facts

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Zone: 3a
Zone: 3a
Height: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Height: 12 m (40 ft)
Spread: 1.8 m (6 ft)
Spread: 8 m (25 ft)
Moisture: normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Flowers: Creamy white flowers in a pyramidal shape bloom in may-june
Bark: dark reddish brown to balck with furrows
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: fast
Life span: short
Life span: long
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: high
Suckering: high




Other Names: false acacia, yellow locust