Acacia baileyana |
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Fearnleaf Acacia |
Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor Photographer: Susan Frommer
Description
This is one of the showiest Acacias for western gardens. It usually grows to 15' in height, with a compact, dense habit; it is one of the first plants to flower, blooming heavily in late winter. It has soft textured leaves that are blue gray. It is verydrought tolerant and originates from Southeastern Australia.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Desert, Japanese, Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Multitrunk, Showyflower, Unusualfoliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter
Location Uses
Bank, Background, Lawn
Special Uses
Erosioncontrol, Massplanting
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Change sprinklers to drip around shrubs and trees and reduce water use nearly 60%. To learn how go to www.sustainablesm.org/landscape.
