Willow Wattle
Acacia iteaphylla
SKU
04002
Narrow, blue-green leaves clothe the somewhat drooping stems forming a delicate yet bushy shrub. Dense habit makes it a fine screen or specimen. Very adaptable to most soils, and tolerant of drought and seacoast exposure. Evergreen.
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Full sun
Once established, needs only occasional watering.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | a-KAY-see-uh eye-tee-uh-FIL-uh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | 10 to 12 ft. tall and 10 to 15 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Blue-green |
| Garden Style | Mediterranean |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Coastal Exposure |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Waterwise |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, needs only occasional watering. |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 9-10
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
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