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ACACIA boormanii
Commonly known as Golden mimosa, Snowy River wattle
Small, grey-green leaves. Yellow flowers.
£19.00
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Pests & Diseases
Red spider mites under glass -
Place of origin
Australia -
EvergreenExtremely narrow, linear, grey-green leaves
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Yellow
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Racemes
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Australian / New Zealand
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
3m (10ft) -
Spread
3m (10ft)
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Tall ShrubRounded, bushy shrub, usually multi-stemmed. Flowers profusely with mimosa-like, globular flower heads
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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.
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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) -
Scented flowersLemon-scented
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Neutral to acid soil
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Full sun
Shelter from cold, drying winds -
Mature Size3m (10ft)
3m (10ft)
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