Acacia mucronata

Also Known As

Narrow Leaf Wattle

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 5'-50'
W: 3'-20'

planting zones

8a-11

Acacia mucronata plant details

Acacia mucronata is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acacia mucronata

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 20 FT - wide, 5 FT - 50 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acacia mucronata

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer, wind
Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The ?variable? in this 5-20' shrub?s name comes not only from its size: its ?leaves? range from 2" x 1/2" to 6" x 1/10"! The magnificent springtime display of loosely-arranged clusters of yellow flowers is standard, though! S/M-D/GDr