
Acacia myrtifolia
“Myrtle Wattle”
SHRUB TO 3 METRES TALLHardy & fast growing shrub with smooth grey bark and oval leaves on reddish stems. Clusters of creamy-white globular flowers are held among the foliage in late winter & spring. Light pruning after flowering will encourage bushier growth. One of the earliest Australian plants to be cultivated in Europe.
Suitability | |
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Category | Medium Shrubs up to 5m |
Family | Mimosaceae |
Aspect | Full Sun |
Soil | Adaptable, Moist |
Habitat | Wet Sclerophyll Forest |
Features | |
Bee Attracting, Butterfly Plants, Frost Tolerant Plants, Screen Plants | |
Localities | |
Sunshine Coast district |