Queensland Silver Wattle, Pearl Acacia


Scientific Name: Acacia podalyriifolia A. Cunningham ex G. Don
Synonym: Racosperma podalyriifolium
Family: Fabaceae
Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 8,9,13-24
USDA: 9b-11

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: Eastern Australia (south eastern Queensland)

Growth Habits: Evergreen shrub or small tree, fast growing to 10 to 20 feet tall (3-6 m), 12 to 15 feet wide (3.6-4.5 m); silvery grey oval soft phyllodes, 0.8 to 1.2 inches long (2-3 cm)

Watering Needs: Little to no water in summer when established

Propagation: Pre-treated seeds

Can be invasive.

Blooming Habits:
Golden yellow ball-shaped fluffy clusters, in late winter and early spring.


 

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