ACACIA boormanii

Commonly known as Golden mimosa, Snowy River wattle

Small, grey-green leaves. Yellow flowers.
  • Evergreen
    Extremely narrow, linear, grey-green leaves
  • Yellow
  • Height
    3m (10ft)
  • Spread
    3m (10ft)
  • Tall Shrub
    Rounded, bushy shrub, usually multi-stemmed. Flowers profusely with mimosa-like, globular flower heads
  • Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
    Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
  • Full sun
    Shelter from cold, drying winds

ACACIA boormanii

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Pests & Diseases
    Red spider mites under glass
    Place of origin
    Australia
  • Flower Shape
    Racemes
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Australian / New Zealand
  • Hardiness
    Frost hardy (down to -5)
  • Pruning group
    Pruning group 5
    Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
    Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
    When: Annually after flowering.

    RHS group 8
  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
    Lemon-scented
  • Seasonal Interest
    Spring
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Neutral to acid soil
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3m (10ft)
 Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
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