| What is the root tendancy of this tree? Does it have pretty fall color? Also, which nurseries near Roseville Ca or Sacramento might have it? I like the blue robe locust. Would it be okay to plant near a driveway in a flower bed that is not near lawn? thanks! |
| The Allee elm has an extensive root system and rather large mature size (40') so if you have plenty of space, this is a nice landscape tree. The roots typically extend out about one and one-half times the diameter of the canopy and remain in the top 18-24" of soil. It will grow well in your central California garden and will produce lovely fall color. It likes moisture but will be drought tolerant once the roots are established. I think it may be too large for the site you describe. Blue Robe Locust is a fast growing tree with an open growth habit. The bark is deeply furrowed and brown in color. In late spring for approximately a 10 day period it blooms fragrant four to eight inch long dense clusters of bright purplish-pink showy flowers (similar to sweet-peas). It grows about 30' tall and 20' wide. Here's a list of local retailers carrying Monrovia stock: BUSHNELL GARDENS 5255 DOUGLAS BLVD. ROSEVILLE, CA 95661 (916) 791-4199 SIERRA NURSERY & ROCK 3985 DOUGLAS BLVD. ROSEVILLE, CA 95661 (916) 791-1154 GREEN ACRES NSY. & SUPPLY 901 GALLERIA BLVD. ROSEVILLE, CA 95678 (916) 782-2273 HAIGHT NURSERY 2755 PFE ROAD ROSEVILLE, CA 95747 (916) 771-0500 |
