Acacia salicina

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Acacia salicina

Willow Acacia

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Information by: Kathleen Moore Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

Description

Evergreen tree grows quickly to 30' x 15'. Has drooping habit with medium green foliage. Flowers are fragrant creamy puffballs and appear in the spring. Needs deep well drained soil & some water to establish. Full sun. Suitable screen for narrow areas. Native to Australia.

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

Brown, Grey

Fruit Color

Brown

Fruit Season

Summer

Leaf Season

Evergreen

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Clay

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Silhouette, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Entry, Parking Strip, Patio, Park, Parking Lot, Roadside, Swimming Pool, Walkways

Special Uses

Screen, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Remember to check your irrigation system at least once a month, especially your valves, sprinkler heads, and drip emitters.