Acacia redolens |
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Spreading Acacia |
Description
This is a fast, aggressive shrub or ground cover used frequently for embankments. It grows to 3'-5' tall and 10'-15' wide and can be used in large-scale plantings and in difficult situations. It is very hardy. Leaves are gray green with a vanillafragrance when crushed. Light, creamy yellow flowers are borne in globular clusters in late winter. This plant is from Western Australia.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Desert, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape
Accenting Features
Showyflower, Unusualfoliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Bank, Background, Shrub Border, Foundation, Parkingstrip, Parkinglot, Raisedplanter, Swimmingpool, Withrocks
Special Uses
Cascade, Erosioncontrol, Filler, Massplanting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
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.
