Acacia littorea – Wattle

Acacia littorea - shark tooth wattle
Acacia littorea - shark tooth wattle

The shark tooth wattle is a lovely Western Australian shrub, with interesting triangular leaves and a wonderful flower display in spring. The flowers are yellow and ball shaped, and the shrub is pungent. It is dense growing and attractive in habit. Naturally grows on sandy soils, so needs good drainage, and likes a sunny spot. Drought tolerant. Variable in height, from half a metre to three metres tall. Tolerates light frost, and a great shrub for coastal gardens.

Family : Fabaceae

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Plant Type : Large shrub

Width : 2

Flowering Time : Spring

Soil Type : Sandy, Sandy loam, Saline, Poor soil

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Mediterranean

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Spreading

Soil Moisture : Dry, Well-drained

Special Uses : Erosion control, Pollution tolerant, Fast growing

Scientific Name: Acacia littorea

Common Name : Wattle

Height : 3

Flower Color : Yellow

pH Level : Neutral

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Flower garden, Coastal garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial, Short lived

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Other insects

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Acacia littorea – Wattle