Acacia farnesiana (smallii)

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Sweet Acacia

 
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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Large thorny shrub or small tree has a soft texture as a result of its finely divided leaves. Bright yellow flowers have a light, sweet fragrance. Bloom is heaviest in the spring and may continue intermittently throughout summer and fall. This beautiful dense tree is evergreen in mild winters. Branches are armed with paired, 2" long spines. This tree is drought tolerant once it's established. Seed pods may create litter and caterpillars may appear in spring.

 

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Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

12-25'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring, Intermittent

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Black

 

Fruit Season

Summer

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.