Acacia covenyi
Also Known As
- Blue Bush
Plant type
tree, shrub
size
- H: 19'-25'
- W: 6'-12'
planting zones
- 9b-11
Acacia covenyi plant details
Acacia covenyi is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with blue foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Acacia covenyi
- Plant type: shrub or tree
- Plant family: fabaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 6 FT - 12 FT - wide, 19 FT - 25 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Acacia covenyi
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Gardening facts about Acacia covenyi plant
How to Grow Acacia covenyi
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- clay
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- sun
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
8b-11
Size
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Width: 12'-30'
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Zones
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Size
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- sun
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Zones
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Size
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- sun
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