Willard's Acacia
Acacia Willardiana
Overview
Acacia willardiana, known as Willard's Acacia, is a striking small tree or large shrub reaching up to 20 feet high. Renowned for its attractive, feathery gray-green foliage and showy clusters of bright yellow flowers, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils. Hardy and drought-resistant, it's ideal for arid landscapes, requiring minimal maintenance. Its compact size makes it suitable for small garden spaces as an ornamental or accent plant.
Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Low, Very LowZones 9–11Type TreeClimate Arid, Subtropical
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Extra in Summer, Low, Very Low
- USDA zones
- 9–11
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Tree
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Climate
- Arid, Subtropical
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