Twisted Acacia

Acacia Schaffneri

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Overview

The Twisted Acacia (Acacia schaffneri), a small, ornamental tree, reaches up to 15-20 feet high with a similar spread. Its distinguishing feature is the gracefully contorted branches, adorned with feathery, bright green foliage. Yellow puffball flowers emerge in spring, providing contrast and fragrance. Adaptable to various soil types, it requires full sun exposure. Minimal water once established; caution advised as it possesses sharp thorns up to 2 inches long.

Sun FullWater LowZones 8–11Climate Arid, Subtropical

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — The Twisted Acacia (Acacia schaffneri)

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — The Twisted Acacia (Acacia schaffneri)

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — Adaptable to various soil types, it requires full sun exposure

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — Its distinguishing feature is the gracefully contorted branches, adorned with feathery, bright green foliage

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — Yellow puffball flowers emerge in spring, providing contrast and fragrance

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — Minimal water once established; caution advised as it possesses sharp thorns up to 2 inches long

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — commonly known as Twisted Acacia or Schaffner's Wattle

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 8–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 15–20 Ft.
Mature width: 15–20 Ft.

Classification

Family: Fabaceae
Climate: Arid, Subtropical

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Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — reaches up to 15-20 feet high with a similar spread

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — The Twisted Acacia (Acacia schaffneri)

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — Adaptable to various soil types, it requires full sun exposure

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — Its distinguishing feature is the gracefully contorted branches, adorned with feathery, bright green foliage

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — Yellow puffball flowers emerge in spring, providing contrast and fragrance

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — Minimal water once established; caution advised as it possesses sharp thorns up to 2 inches long

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — commonly known as Twisted Acacia or Schaffner's Wattle

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — deciduous small tree or large shrub

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — Its canopy forms an open, airy structure with a somewhat weeping aspect due to the zigzagging of its branches

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — contorted branches that add visual interest throughout the year

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — the Twisted Acacia showcases clusters of bright yellow

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — During the growing season

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — it is particularly drought-tolerant once established

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — making it an excellent choice for water-wise gardens

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — The Twisted Acacia prefers full sun exposure

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — thriving in well-draining soils

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — and it is relatively low-maintenance

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — It's also quite resilient to most pests and diseases.<br><br>This plant's intriguing form

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — requiring minimal pruning to maintain shape

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — yellow flowers in the garden

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — coupled with its manageable size and minimal water requirements

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — tree with yellow blooms

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — The Twisted Acacia (Acacia schaffneri); yellow puffball flowers emerge in spring, providing contrast and fragrance

Twisted Acacia (Acacia Schaffneri) — tree for full

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