Acacia cultriformis |
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Knife Acacia, Knife Blade Acacia |
Description
This evergreen shrub will grow about 10-15' tall and 10-15' wide. It has small, silvery gray, very uniquely shaped leaves. It has clusters of yellow flowers that bloom in late winter to early spring. Somewhat cold sensitive.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Seascape, Spanish
Accenting Features
Multi-trunk Tree, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter
Location Uses
Background, Foundation
Special Uses
Cut Flowers, Erosion Control, Screen
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.
Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.