Golden Wattle
Acacia Longifolia
Overview
Golden Wattle (Acacia longifolia) is an evergreen shrub, ideal for warm, sunny spots. This vigorous plant can reach up to 20-30 feet tall and almost as wide. It boasts fragrant, bright yellow, puffball-like flowers in spring. Its long, narrow leaves add year-round interest. Prefers well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established, it provides excellent erosion control and is a low-maintenance choice for expansive landscapes. Zones 9-11.
Sun Full, HalfWater Very LowZones 9–11Type ShrubClimate Arid, Mediterranean, Subtropical
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Very Low
- USDA zones
- 9–11
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 12–20 Ft.
- Mature width
- 10–20 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Shrub
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Climate
- Arid, Mediterranean, Subtropical
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