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Fernleaf Acacia

Acacia Baileyana

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Overview

The Fernleaf Acacia (Acacia baileyana) is an evergreen tree native to Australia, prized for its fine, feathery, blue-gray foliage and bright yellow spring blooms. It reaches about 20-30 feet in height with a 20-40 feet spread, offering a fast-growing, round canopy. Hardy in USDA zones 9-11, this drought-tolerant acacia prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Beware of its potential invasiveness in suitable climates.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 8–11Type TreeClimate Arid, Mediterranean
Fernleaf Acacia (Acacia Baileyana) — is a captivating specimen renowned for its distinctive silver-blue

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Mature height
20–30 Ft.
Mature width
20–40 Ft.

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Fabaceae
Climate
Arid, Mediterranean

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Fernleaf Acacia (Acacia Baileyana) — it's worth noting that the Acacia baileyana drops leaves and flowers
Acacia Baileyana
Acacia Baileyana
Acacia Baileyana
Acacia Baileyana
Acacia Baileyana
Acacia Baileyana
Acacia Baileyana
Acacia Baileyana
Acacia Baileyana
Acacia Baileyana
Acacia Baileyana
Acacia Baileyana
Acacia Baileyana
Acacia Baileyana
Acacia Baileyana
Acacia Baileyana
Acacia Baileyana
Acacia Baileyana
Acacia Baileyana
Acacia Baileyana

Photograph: Donald Hobern from Copenhagen, Denmark, CC BY 2.0 · source

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