Acacia howittii

Also Known As

Sticky Wattle

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 6'-30'
W: 9'-30'

planting zones

8b-11

Acacia howittii plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acacia howittii

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 9 FT - 30 FT - wide, 6 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acacia howittii

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Endemic to a small area in Australia, this domed, 6-9' shrub is now widely planted there "for its hardiness and gracefully pendulous olive-green branches that are smothered with fragrant lemon-yellow blossoms in late spring" (Cochrane). S/M-D