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Acacia redolens
Also Known As
- Prostrate Acacia
Plant type
shrub, groundcover
size
- H: 2'-5'
- W: 6'-12'
planting zones
- 8a-11
Acacia redolens plant details
Acacia redolens is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in alkaline, average, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Acacia redolens
- Plant type: groundcover shrub
- Plant family: fabaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 6 FT - 12 FT - wide, 2 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: fragrant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Acacia redolens
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: seaside / salt and wind
- Soil needs: alkaline, average, lean and well-drained
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By: Stan Shebs
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View Original PhotoGardening facts about Acacia redolens plant
How to Grow Acacia redolens
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- average
- lean
- well-drained
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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