Acacia longifolia

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Acacia longifolia

Golden Wattle

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Information by: George Hull MSN Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

Description

This Acacia is a fast growing, evergreen shrub/ small tree growing 20' tall and equally wide. It can be used successfully as a screen. Flower heads are narrow, tubular, bright yellow, appearing in winter and are fragrant. It is used for its fast growth and screening possibilities more than for its bloom. It does need room to grow.

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

Leaf Color

Green, Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers, Silhouette

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, With Rocks

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Screen, Mass Planting, Wind Break, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.