Acacia pycnantha, commonly known as the Golden Wattle, is Australia’s national floral emblem. It is a small to medium-sized evergreen shrub or tree native to southeastern Australia, renowned for its vibrant, fragrant yellow flowers.
School Forest Box – Acacia pycnantha (golden wattle)
$5.00
250 in stock
250 in stock
Description
Features: The plant features bright green, slender phyllodes (modified leaf stems) that create a soft, textured appearance.
Flowers & Timing: Clusters of vibrant yellow, globular flower heads that typically bloom in late winter to early spring, offering a brilliant display.
Attraction Details: The abundant nectar attracts a variety of pollinators, including native bees and birds, thereby supporting local biodiversity.
Height: Typically grows between 3 to 8 meters tall.
Spread: Can spread to form a canopy approximately 3 to 6 meters wide.
Best Planting Position: It prefers full sun for optimal flowering, though it can tolerate partial shade.
Soil Conditions: Thrives in well-drained soils such as sandy, loamy, and clay soils. Adaptable to a range of soil types provided there is good drainage and moderate fertility.
Watering requirements: Requires regular watering during the establishment phase but is highly drought-tolerant once mature.
Trimming requirements: Minimal trimming is needed; occasional pruning helps maintain a desirable shape and remove any dead or damaged branches.
