Description

This is one of the showiest Acacias for western gardens. It usually grows to 15' in height, with a compact, dense habit; it is one of the first plants to flower, blooming heavily in late winter. It has soft textured, gray green or blue green leaves. It is drought tolerant one it's established and originates from Southeastern Australia. Prune after bloom cycle is done to remove dead branches or to thin. Also called Cootamundra Wattle. Each leaf has 2-10 primary leaflets (pinnae) and there are 20-30 pinnules per pinna. This is one of the hardiest Acacias. It can grow to 25’ in 6 years, but generally only live 20-30 years. It is not particular as to soil and no fertilizer is required