This Acacia grows to a medium-sized, round bushy shrub, flowering from late winter to spring. The name ‘resinicostata’ refers to resinous veins found on the branches.
It is native to south-eastern Queensland, growing in sandstone country.
For optimum cultivation, full sun and well drained soil are recommended.
Acacia resinicostata – Wattle
Plant Information
Plant Type - Small shrub, Large shrub
Common Name - Wattle
Scientific Name - Acacia resinicostata
Family - Fabaceae
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Minimum Height - 2
Maximum Height - 3
Minimum Width - 2
Maximum Width - 3
Flower Colour - Yellow
Flowering Time - Spring, Winter
pH Level - Acid, Neutral
Soil Type - Sandy, Sandy loam, Poor soil
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean
Light - Sunny
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Dense foliage
Life Span - Perennial, Short lived
Soil Moisture - Well-drained
Propagation Method - Seed
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Screen, Windbreak
Special Uses - Erosion control, Fast growing
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Seed eating birds
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