Acacia triptera

Also Known As

Spur Wing Wattle

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-6'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

9a-11

Acacia triptera plant details

Acacia triptera is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acacia triptera

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: hedge, long-blooming, small tree, spiky, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acacia triptera

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Unusual, distinctive and attractive. This very dense, spreading shrub grows 3’ - 6’ tall & wide & bears oddly pointed, sharp leaves spreading out from the stem. Very showy, bright yellow, rod-like flower heads are produced profusely from early Spring to Summer. Extremely drought resistant, it just needs Sun & some fairly good drainage. When the conditions are very dry, the foliage turns a striking red-maroon. Hardy to 20 degrees F and much appreciated by small birdies. Good hedge or barrier plant.