Walking trail: false acacia

The large tree, set on the grass to the right closest to the flagpole is a false acacia, Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Frisia’. Originating from the Appalachian mountains in North America, this tree is from the same family as the pea! Notice the light green rounded leaves which are a common sight in city streets and parks in the south of England.

To the left of the Robinia, next to the fence there is another large tree, the purple sycamore, Acer pseudoplatanus ‘Atropurpureum’. The leaves appear dark green from above and purple underneath. The fruit have wings and can be seen in the summer months.