Robinia pseudoacacia Frisia

Common Name: Frisia Golden Locust

Description:
Robinia pseudoacacia 'Frisia' is a striking deciduous tree renowned for its brilliant golden-yellow foliage that contrasts beautifully against its dark branches. The feathery, pinnate leaves emerge bright yellow in spring, transitioning to lime-green in summer before turning a rich golden hue in autumn. In late spring to early summer, clusters of fragrant, creamy white, pea-like flowers appear, attracting bees and pollinators. Thriving in Melbourne’s climate, 'Frisia' is highly adaptable to various soil types and is drought-tolerant once established. Its open canopy provides dappled shade, making it an excellent feature tree for gardens and parks. Fast-growing and low-maintenance, it is ideal for adding colour and lightness to a landscape.

Form:

• Tree - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 8 - 12m
• Width: 6 - 8m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Late Spring
• Flowers in Early Summer

Flower Colour:

• Creamy White

Key Attributes:

• Perennial
• Fast Growing
• Autumn Foliage Colour
• Drought Tolerant once established
• Frost Tolerant
• Bee Attracting
• Suitable for Feature Planting
• Excellent Shade Tree

Toxicity:

• All parts, except for the flowers, contain toxic compounds that can be harmful to humans and animals if ingested.

Companion Plants:

• Miscanthus (Ornamental Grass)
• Salvia species
• Lavandula (Lavender)
• Rosa (Roses)
• Liriope muscari (Lilyturf)