Cootamundra Wattle, Golden Mimosa. A small, spreading tree with purplish, green leaves when young. Long racemes of fragrant yellow flowerheads in late winter. Max Height 6m. Max Spread 4m. Flowers February to March. Full sun. Protect from frost. Water thoroughly before planting.
Acacia baileyana ‘Purpurea’
A small, spreading tree with purplish, green leaves when young. Long racemes of fragrant yellow flowerheads in late winter.
Category: Shrubs
Additional information
Generic | Acacia |
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Species | baileyana |
Varietry | 'Purpurea' |
Common Name | Cootamundra Wattle, Golden Mimosa |
Flower Colour | yellow |
Soil | Acidic |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 6m |
Family | Leguminosae |
Spread | 4m |
Growth Speed | Fast |
Growth Habit | Spreading |
Fragrance | TRUE |
Foliage Colour | green, purple |
Flowers From | February, March |
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Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | Sheltered site |
Hardiness | Protect from frost |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Climbing wall, Warm wall |
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