Acacia lanuginophylla (Woolly Wattle)


Botanical Information

FamilyFabaceae
GenusAcacia
Specieslanuginophylla
CategoryTropicals, Woody
TypeShrub (evergreen)

Details

USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneCool season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height1.5 m
GrowthSlow
Flowering PeriodJune, July, August, September, October

Description and Growing Information

ShapeA dense and compact low shrub.
HabitatWoolly Wattle can be grown in well-drained soils like clay or sand overlaying loam. It is not salt-tolerant, but can endure a winter wet climate for a short period of time. Woolly Wattle is able to thrive in dry summer conditions once it has fully grown.
Flower DescriptionGolden-yellow globular flowers that have a feathery texture, that bloom from June until October.
Colour DescriptionWoolly Wattle has a soft grey foliage, and yellow flowers.
Texture DescriptionThis shrub is covered with fine hairs that give it a feathery texture.

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