Kangaroo Thorn. Pretty feathery leaves with attractive powder puff like heads of fragrant flowers. Max Height 90cm to 1.2m. Max Spread 1.2m. Flowers April. Full sun. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Acacia armata
Pretty feathery leaves with attractive powder puff like heads of fragrant flowers
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Acacia |
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Species | armata |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Kangaroo Thorn |
Flower Colour | yellow |
Soil | |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
Height | 90cm, 1.2m |
Family | Mimosaceae |
Spread | 1.2m |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Bushy, Spreading |
Fragrance | TRUE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | April |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist |
Protection | Protect from frost |
Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
Planting | |
Care | Water sparingly in winter, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
Border | Conservatory plant, Houseplant, Cut flower |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | Cut back flowered shoots to encourage new growth |
Pruning Time | After flowering |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Place outdoors in the summer |
Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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