Sweet Acacia

Acacia Farnesiana

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Overview

The Sweet Acacia, Acacia farnesiana, is a small, thorned, perennial tree reaching 15-25ft in height. Famous for fragrant yellow puffball flowers, it thrives in hardiness zones 9-11 with full sun. This low-water requiring species has a spreading habit, about 15-25ft wide, suitable for xeriscaping. Its dark green foliage and decorative seed pods provide year-round interest, making it an ideal accent or specimen plant in warm climates.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, Low, Very LowZones 8–11Climate Arid

Sweet Acacia (Acacia Farnesiana) — The Sweet Acacia, Acacia farnesiana, is a small, thorned, perennial tree reaching 15-25ft in height

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 8–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 15–25 Ft.
Mature width: 15–25 Ft.

Classification

Family: Fabaceae
Climate: Arid

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Sweet Acacia (Acacia Farnesiana) — approximately 1 to 3 inches long, image 35

Sweet Acacia (Acacia Farnesiana) — typically around half an inch in diameter; making it an ideal accent or specimen plant in warm climates

Sweet Acacia (Acacia Farnesiana) — sweet fragrance that can attract pollinators and provide a delightful scent for garden visitors; yellow flowers in the garden

Sweet Acacia (Acacia Farnesiana) — the plant is adorned with clusters of golden-yellow; the Sweet Acacia thrives best in well-drained loamy or, image 101

Sweet Acacia (Acacia Farnesiana) — the plant is adorned with clusters of golden-yellow; the Sweet Acacia thrives best in well-drained loamy or sandy substrates

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