This species is a dwarf or small shrub with dense ornamental golden flowers from winter through to spring. Acacia lasiocarpa needs a medium to well drained soil and can grow in conditions from light shade to full sun. It can grow happily in coastal dune environments, as this is one of its native habitats in Western Australia.
Acacia lasiocarpa – Wattle
Plant Information
Plant Type - Small shrub, Large shrub, Ground cover
Common Name - Wattle
Scientific Name - Acacia lasiocarpa
Family - Fabaceae
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Minimum Height - 0.5
Maximum Height - 2
Minimum Width - 1
Maximum Width - 3
Flower Colour - Yellow
Flowering Time - Spring, Winter
pH Level - Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type - Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Poor soil
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Flower garden, Coastal garden, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean
Light - Sunny, Light shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Dense foliage, Spreading, Mound-shaped
Life Span - Perennial, Short lived
Soil Moisture - Dry, Well-drained
Propagation Method - Seed, Softwood cutting
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Screen, Windbreak
Special Uses - Bog gardens, Erosion control, Pollution tolerant, Fast growing
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Seed eating birds, Butterflies, Other insects
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