Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree - Evergreen Trees Direct

Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree

$145.00

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Size: 30cm/33cm

30cm/33cm 40cm/45L 50cm 100L 300L

All stock is grown, maintained and graded in strict accordance with AS 4373-2007, Australian Standard for Nursery Stock.

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: 1.3m – 2.5m Approx.
100L: 1.7m – 3m Approx.
300L: 2.1m – 4m Approx.

Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only. As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons. No guarantee is given that supplied plants will fall within the stated range. If minimum heights are required, you mustconfirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase. Variation in height is normal and is not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 10m - 15m Approximately

Mature Width: 5 – 7 m

Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree is expected to grow Approx. 50 – 100 cm per year.

Root Ball Dimensions

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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About Your New Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree

Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ (Golden Robinia) looks excellent as a vibrant feature tree in suburban gardens, parks, streetscapes, and civic landscapes. Its bright golden-yellow foliage creates eye-catching seasonal contrast, especially when planted alongside darker green trees or shrubs, enhancing overall landscape depth and colour.

The tree’s upright form with an open, rounded canopy offers dappled shade, making it perfect for creating light-filled outdoor spaces. It performs well in various soils and tolerates moderate drought once established, adding resilience to diverse settings.

For added visual impact, ‘Frisia’ can be underplanted with shade-tolerant perennials or groundcovers that thrive in filtered sunlight, creating layered planting schemes that enrich biodiversity and texture. Its low maintenance and moderate growth rate make it a practical, stunning choice for both formal and informal landscapes.

Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

Features and Benefits

Organically certified product
Improves aeration for roots
A rich blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, Gypsum, composted coarse bark and wetting agent
Excellent to mix with heavy clay soils, an organic mixture with added gypsum which is perfect for exotic plants
Revitalises tired soils, adds nutrient and organic matter, no chemical additives, weed free
Assists in retaining moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering

Directions For Use

Water plant well at least several hours prior to planting.
Dig a hole at least twice the width of the pot and 7cm deeper than the pot.
Mix Grow Better Enriched Planting Mix with the soil that has been dug out of the hole, adding about 1/3 planting mix.
Spread a 7cm layer of improved soil in the hole and remove plant from the pot. Tease roots gently if the root ball is very firm and place plant in the planting hole. Check that pot soil is level with the surrounding soil surface level, not higher or lower.
Fill in the hole with improved soil mixture, firm down soil and water well adding Grow Better Plant Starter to final watering.

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Uses in my Garden

Feature Tree
Shade Tree
Rural Property Planting
Avenue Planting

Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree works in an:

Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Woodland Garden – layered, naturalistic design under dappled light.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Is Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree Evergreen or Deciduous?

Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 10m - 15m Approximately

Mature Width: 5 – 7 m

Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree is expected to grow Approx. 50 – 100 cm per year.

Growth Rate of Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree

Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree is expected to grow Approx. 50 – 100 cm per year.

They are considered to have a:

Fast Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree

Is Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree frost tolerant?

Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Does Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree Flower?

Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ produces clusters of creamy-white, sweetly scented, pea-like flowers in late spring to early summer. These elegant blooms hang in loose, pendulous clusters and contrast beautifully with the tree’s vivid golden foliage, adding both fragrance and visual interest to the landscape.

Does Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring
Summer

Flower Type:

Clustered

Flower Colour:

White

Is Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree an Australian Native Tree?

Yes

Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree is Native to Most loved for its brilliant golden-yellow foliage that glows from spring through autumn, contrasting with fragrant white flowers in late spring and early summer.

What is the Wildlife Value of Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree ?

Its fragrant pea-shaped flowers attract bees, hoverflies and other beneficial pollinators, while the tree’s open yet spreading canopy provides light shelter for small birds. The combination of nectar, structural habitat and seasonal growth makes ‘Frisia’ a useful biodiversity-supporting tree in larger gardens and park settings.

How much Sunlight does Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree need?

Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preferred Soil?

Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils with a neutral to alkaline pH. It will also tolerate poorer, drier soils provided drainage remains adequate. Avoid heavy clay or waterlogged areas unless significantly improved, as excess moisture can stress the roots and reduce vigour. Keep the soil evenly moist during establishment, then gradually reduce watering as the tree matures and develops its strong natural drought resilience.

Is Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree Drought Tolerant?

Is Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it benefits from regular deep watering to establish thoroughly. Once established, ‘Frisia’ develops excellent drought tolerance and thrives in hot, dry conditions when planted in well-drained soil. It maintains strong seasonal growth and vibrant leaf colour with minimal supplementary watering, even in exposed positions.

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How To Plant Your Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree

Feature tree: 3 to 4 metres apart to allow the full canopy and form to develop.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree is expected to grow Approx. 50 – 100 cm per year.

Fast Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, this is drought tolerant and only needs a deep soak during extended dry periods.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Light tip prune in late winter to maintain shape, and remove lower branches as the tree grows to develop a clean feature trunk.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release general-purpose fertiliser in early spring and again in autumn for steady growth and consistent foliage colour.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional inspection in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’ – Golden Robinia Tree in Different Soil

Robinia pseudoacacia performs best in free-draining loam or sandy loam with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is sharp.

Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch lightly to moderate surface temperature.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and coarse organic compost before planting.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline preferred. Avoid waterlogging at all times.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What makes Golden Robinia so popular in landscaping?
A: Its golden-yellow foliage delivers high visual contrast and seasonal colour.

Q: Is it suitable for small gardens?
A: It’s best suited to medium to large gardens due to its mature size.

Q: How much sun does it need?
A: Full sun is essential to maintain the vivid leaf colour.

Q: Does it need much water?
A: It's moderately drought-tolerant once established but thrives in well-drained soils.

Q: Does it sucker or spread?
A: It may sucker with root disturbance—formative pruning while young is recommended.

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