Ovens wattle. A large shrub or small tree, with pendent branches of evergreen grey-green leaves. Fragrant racemes of flowers are borne profusely. Max Height 3m to 8m. Max Spread 6m to 9m. Flowers January to April. Full sun. Protect from frost. Plant in hole large enough to avoid disturbing root ball.
Acacia pravissima
A large shrub or small tree, with pendent branches of evergreen grey-green leaves. Fragrant racemes of flowers are borne profusely.
Additional information
| Generic | Acacia |
|---|---|
| Species | pravissima |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Ovens wattle |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 3m, 8m |
| Family | Leguminosae |
| Spread | 6m, 9m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Arching |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green, grey |
| Flowers From | January, April |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Protect from frost |
| Planting | Plant in hole large enough to avoid disturbing root ball |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Climbing wall |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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