Shoestring Acacia

 

 

Acacia stenophylla

 

Fabaceae

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Form: Tree or large shrub
Seasonality: Perennial
Size:  30 ft high by 20 ft wide
Leaves: Long, very narrow, drooping, pale green
Flowers:
Clusters of small, 1/2 inch, cream colored balls
Fruit: Seed pod

Stems: New bark is maroon
Range/Origin: Australia
Hardiness: Sunset Zones: 8,9,12-24; USDA: 9-11

Comments: Moderate litter, No thorns

 

CULTURAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Exposure: Full sun, tolerates reflected sun
  • Water: Low
  • Soil: Sandy, well drained soils
  • Propagation: Seed
  • Maintenance: Some, pod cleanup

 

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