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Reed-leaf Wattle

Acacia Calamifolia

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Overview

The Wallowa, Acacia calamifolia, is an elegant, evergreen shrub reaching up to 15 feet tall. Its narrow, willow-like leaves and striking yellow, fluffy blooms in spring add texture and color to landscapes. Preferring well-drained soils and full sun, it's drought-tolerant once established. Perfect for xeriscaping and adding a Mediterranean feel, it serves as an attractive screen or feature plant. Hardy within USDA zones 8-11.

Sun Full, HalfWater Very LowZones 10–10Climate Arid
Reed-leaf Wattle (Acacia Calamifolia) — The Wallowa, Acacia calamifolia, is an elegant, evergreen shrub reaching up to 15 feet tall
Reed-leaf Wattle (Acacia Calamifolia) — willow-like leaves and striking yellowReed-leaf Wattle (Acacia Calamifolia) — fluffy blooms in spring add texture and color to landscapesReed-leaf Wattle (Acacia Calamifolia) — Perfect for xeriscaping and adding a Mediterranean feel, it serves as an attractive screen or feature plantReed-leaf Wattle (Acacia Calamifolia) — Preferring well-drained soils and full sun, it's drought-tolerant once established

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
10–10

Shape & size

Mature height
6–15 Ft.
Mature width
6–15 Ft.

Classification

Family
Fabaceae
Climate
Arid

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Reed-leaf Wattle (Acacia Calamifolia) — The Wallowa, Acacia calamifolia, is an elegant, evergreen shrub reaching up to 15 feet tall
Reed-leaf Wattle (Acacia Calamifolia) — willow-like leaves and striking yellow
Reed-leaf Wattle (Acacia Calamifolia) — fluffy blooms in spring add texture and color to landscapes
Reed-leaf Wattle (Acacia Calamifolia) — Perfect for xeriscaping and adding a Mediterranean feel, it serves as an attractive screen or feature plant
Reed-leaf Wattle (Acacia Calamifolia) — Preferring well-drained soils and full sun, it's drought-tolerant once established

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