(Robinia pseudoacacia) is a deciduous tree with many common names, including yellow locust and false acacia. It's native to the southeastern United States and can grow in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, prairies, pastures, and disturbed areas. Black locust trees are known for being tough and resilient, and can survive drought, harsh winters, and transplanting easily. They can grow to be 40–100 feet tall, with trunks that can reach 3–4 feet in diameter. Black locust trees have distinctive characteristics, including: Leaves: Feathery leaves with a pair of thorns at the base Flowers: Fragrant white flowers that bloom in late spring and smell similar to orange blossoms Seed pods: Drooping, black seed pods that can be 2–4 inches long and are TOXIC Bark: Deeply furrowed and blackish Buy Seeds Online Organic Seeds Heirloom Seeds Non-GMO Seeds Vegetable Seeds Flower Seeds Herb Seeds Fruit Seeds Garden Seeds Seed Starter Kits Rare Seeds Bulk Seeds Indoor Gardening Seeds Seed Catalog Seed Packs for Sale Sustainable Seeds Greenhouse Seeds Seed Suppliers Planting Seeds Home Garden Seeds