Buy Acacia denticulosa

Also Known As

Sandpaper Wattle

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-12'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

9b-11

Big Fella 4”x 6” | $21.95

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Acacia denticulosa plant details

Acacia denticulosa is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acacia denticulosa

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: easy-to-grow, light-catching, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acacia denticulosa

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Acacia denticulosa or Sandpaper Wattle is one of several Acacias that we grow... because they're awesome! This particular one has rough leaves that resemble a course grit sand paper. Far from being a negative, it's uncommon for a visitor to the nursery to not rub the leaves between their fingers in amazement. The flowers appear in late winter and resemble a cluster of Cheetos. They're displayed at the end of branches and the show is Oscar worthy. New growth is a rusty felt color and all foliage (new or old) is attractive when backlit by the rising or setting sun. Easy, fast shrub most average sized gardens.