Silver wattle, Mimosa. An open evergreen tree with fern-like, glaucous to silvery hairy leaves. Long racemes of round, fragrant yellow flowerheads. Max Height 15m to 30m. Max Spread 6m to 9m. Flowers November to April. Full sun. Protect from frost. Water thoroughly before planting.
Acacia dealbata
An open evergreen tree with fern-like, glaucous to silvery hairy leaves. Long racemes of round, fragrant yellow flowerheads.
Additional information
| Generic | Acacia |
|---|---|
| Species | dealbata |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Silver wattle, Mimosa |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 15m, 30m |
| Family | Leguminosae |
| Spread | 6m, 9m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Open |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green, silver |
| Flowers From | November, April |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| 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 |
| Toxicity | |
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| Pruning Time | |
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