Sunset®: 13-24
USDA: 9b-11
Frost Tolerance: Hardiness depends on the cultivar. Plants sold as A. smallii tend to be more cold resistant.
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Origin: Originally, subtropical and tropicals America, but now spread over the tropical world
Growth Habits: Evergreen or cold-deciduous tree or large shrub, up to 30 feet tall (9 m), 15 feet spread (4.5 m)
Watering Needs: Little water when established, tolerates poor drainage
Propagation: Seeds, self sows
Photo Wikipedia
The Sweet Acacia generates a fairly large quantity of litter. It also suckers readily and needs periodical trimming. The branches have spines in pair that exceed 1 inch long (2.5 cm).
Blooming Habits:
Acacia farnesiana has masses of scented yellow balls in spring. The flowers are used in the perfume industry.
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