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What is this bush? #799902
Asked July 07, 2022, 3:31 PM EDT
Can you identify this bush?
Hennepin County Minnesota
Expert Response
Thanks for the question.
We believe that this is a type of locust. Possibly Bristly Locust (Robinia hispida). It can be a rather aggressive plant. A feature that you may or may not have discovered. It has previously been reported in the Metro Area. Keep your eye on it as it can get “out-of-hand”. Here is some information about it:
https://www.minnesotawildflowers.info/shrub/bristly-locust
https://www.finegardening.com/plant/rose-acacia-bristly-locust-robinia-hispida
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