This is a very fast growing small tree with beautiful grey feathery foliage and bright yellow flowers in winter. The winter flowering is often so prolific that can hide the foliage. The colour and texture of the leaves is a year round feature. This species does tend to seed itself so it is best not to plant it near areas of natural bushland to prevent it from establishing feral populations, however, in urban areas it makes a magnificent small street tree, growing from 6 to 8 metres tall. Can be relatively short lived.
Acacia baileyana – Cootamundra Wattle
Plant Information
Plant Type - Small tree, Large shrub
Common Name - Cootamundra Wattle
Scientific Name - Acacia baileyana
Family - Fabaceae
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Minimum Height - 6
Maximum Height - 8
Minimum Width - 3
Maximum Width - 5
Flower Colour - Yellow
Flowering Time - Spring, Winter
pH Level - Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type - Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Flower garden, Cold climate, Coastal garden, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean
Light - Sunny, Light shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Dense foliage, Spreading
Life Span - Perennial, Short lived
Soil Moisture - Dry, Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage
Propagation Method - Seed
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Feature plant, Screen, Windbreak, Attractive foliage, Wow factor
Special Uses - Cut flower, Erosion control, Bird nesting plant, Pipe and drain friendly, Fast growing
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Seed eating birds
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