Cootamundra Wattle

Acacia baileyana

Description

Meet our gorgeous colour contrast plant! This low-maintenance superstar is a fast-growing shrub that thrives in sunny spots with well-drained soil. In spring, it's treated to masses of beautiful golden yellow flower heads (about 1cm across). The real showstopper, though, is the striking purple new growth and feathery silver-grey foliage - you'll love its unique vibe!

Plant Details

📏 Growth & Size

Height: 8m

Width: 5m

Growth Habit: Evergreen, Spreading

Plant Type: Small tree, Large shrub

☀️ Growing Conditions

Light: Sunny

Soil Type: Loamy, Sandy loam

Soil Moisture: Well-drained

Climate Zone: Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean

🌸 Flowers & Wildlife

Flower Color: Yellow

Flowering Time: Spring, Winter

Attracts: Bees, Seed eating birds, Other insects

ℹ️ Additional Info

Family: Fabaceae

Frost Tolerance: Tolerates heavy frost, Tolerates light frost

Special Uses: Erosion control, Fast growing

Suitable For: Low maintenance garden, Drought resistant