Pink Cascade

Robinia x margaretta

Pink Cascade is named for its profusion of pink / mauve pea-like scented flowers, which appear in long tresses in June.

The tree looks attractive throughout the spring and summer, mainly due to the attactive frond-like pinnate leaves.

Pink Cascade robinia trees for sale

All our pot-grown trees are grown for us to our specification by the Frank P Matthews nursery.

All pot-grown trees are suitable for planting out in the garden, some are suitable for growing in containers.

2-year pot-grown tree £83.00

Grown for us by Frank P Matthews nursery
In a 12L pot
Very large size (4m-7m after 10 years)

Pre-order now for delivery in September 2025

How to grow

Pink Cascade will grow in almost any soil. It is fast-growng and will reach 5m-6m or so.

History

Pink Cascade is a hybrid of Robinia pseudoacacia, and inherits many of that species qualities, including its dense hard acacia-like wood. Although pruning is not usually necessary, it can be hard-pruned and coppiced if required.

Pink Cascade characteristics

Gardening skillAverage
Attractive featuresAttractive flowersAttractive foliageAutumn foliage colourScented flowers
Growth habitUpright-spreading / Vase
Height after 10 years3m-5m / 10ft-16ft
PruningLight prune
Growth rateFast
Site conditionsCoastal siteOccasional floodingOccasional drought
Flowering monthJune
Leaf colourGreen
Country of originUnited States
Annual cycleDeciduous

What will it look like?

Illustrative example of a pot-grown tree of this variety as supplied. Approximate girth: 6/8cm. We try to keep all pot-grown trees down to about 1.5m as supplied, but some may be larger. Trees should reach their mature height after about 10 or more years.

This variety description was produced by Orange Pippin staff from first-hand research. Last checked: 2022.

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