Acacia dealbata

Acacia dealbata

 

Acacia dealbata

Common name:            Mimosa, Silver Wattle

Plant Family:                Mimosaceae

Type:                         tree, evergreen, scented/aromatic

Growth rate:                     fast,  height x width:  20 x 10 m. (65' 7" x 32' 10")

Growth habit:               bushy

Main season of interest:              All Year

Predominant colours:     leaf ~    blue-green

                                flower ~ yellow

                                stem ~ dark grey

Position:                           full sun, coastal

Soil:                                   dry, moist, sandy, pH preference: Acid, pH tolerance: Neutral-Acid

Hardiness:                        minimum temperature -5°C (23°F), USDA Zone 9 to 11

Origin:                              Australia

Description:

Fast growing evergreen, with feathery blue-green leaves and plumes of bright yellow flower heads from late winter into spring. 

Cultivation:

Best in mild climate areas. Well drained soil in sun, drought tolerant once established. Can be slow to flower and may be cut back to ground in hard winters, but will usually re-grow quickly.

If required, prune after flowering. Can be pruned to make more tree-like or open. Alternatively the leader can be pruned out to create a more bushy habit. Remove any dead branches, which can be caused by excessive shade.

Propagation:

From seed