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Blue Bush

Acacia Covenyi

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Overview

Acacia covenyi, commonly known as Blue Bush, is an evergreen shrub noted for its striking blue-grey foliage. This Australian native reaches up to 10 feet in height and width, thriving in USDA zones 8-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Blue Bush boasts yellow, rod-like flowers in spring, adding vibrant contrast. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, it's ideal for xeriscaped gardens and coastal settings.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 9–10Type ShrubClimate Arid
Blue Bush (Acacia Covenyi) — Acacia covenyi, commonly known as Blue Bush, is an evergreen shrub noted for its striking blue-grey foliage
Blue Bush (Acacia Covenyi) — This Australian native reaches up to 10 feet in height and width, thriving in USDA zones 8-11

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Mature height
12–20 Ft.
Mature width
10–15 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Fabaceae
Climate
Arid

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Blue Bush (Acacia Covenyi) — Acacia covenyi, commonly known as Blue Bush, is an evergreen shrub noted for its striking blue-grey foliage
Blue Bush (Acacia Covenyi) — This Australian native reaches up to 10 feet in height and width, thriving in USDA zones 8-11

Photograph: Charles J. Sharp, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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