Ovens Wattle
Acacia pravissima
SKU
04975
A fast growing, low-branching, small evergreen tree from Australia with superb blue-green foliage displayed on a graceful, slightly weeping form. A flurry of soft yellow, honey-scented flowers covers the plant in late winter. Thrives in coastal conditions and quite drought tolerant when established.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat.
CHECK RETAILERS FOR AVAILABILITY:
- Armstrong
352 E. Glenarm St. Pasadena CA 91106
- Lincoln Avenue Nursery
804 Lincoln Ave. Pasadena CA 91103
- Pasadena Lawnmowers & Nursery, Inc
170 E. Orange Grove Pasadena CA 91103
- San Gabriel Nursery & Florist
632 S. San Gabriel Blvd. San Gabriel CA 91776
| Botanical Pronunciation | a-KAY-see-uh prav-ISS-ee-muh |
|---|---|
| Lore | The name Acacia comes from the Greek akis 'pointed object', referring to the thorny nature of a number of plants within this genus. Pravissima is derived from the Latin pravus 'crooked' or 'misshapen', in reference to the shape of the phyllodes which are the broadened leaf-like petioles that function like leaf blades. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Quickly reaches 12 to 20 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Late Winter to Early Spring |
| Design Ideas | An exceptional plant for creating a large informal background or hedge, it's pendulous branching will provide wonderful texture. Spot into the landscape where a brilliant display of yellow will be welcome in late winter, when color is lacking in many landscapes. In our out of bloom, the foliage is prized for floral arrangements. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Blue-green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Rustic |
| Growth Habit | Weeping |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Barrier, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Specimen, Cutting Garden, Coastal Exposure |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Waterwise, Year-round Interest, Fast Growing |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat. |
| Key Feature | Vibrant Waterwise Tree |
Very adaptable but prefers a well-drained, neutral or acidic soil. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 8 - 11
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 10
Good to grow!