Buy Acacia cognata 'Cousin Itt'

Also Known As

Cousin Itt Acacia
Cousin Itt Little River Wattle

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

9b-11

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Acacia cognata 'Cousin Itt' plant details

Acacia cognata 'Cousin Itt' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acacia cognata 'Cousin Itt'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acacia cognata 'Cousin Itt'

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Garden visitors instantly fall in love with this plant. Unlike it's tall parent, this dwarf form is built for small courtyards, hugging boulders or spilling over a wall. Evergreen and (so far) non-flowering. Although it responds well to light pruning, it rarley needs it as the natureal form is very appealing.