Acacia glaucoptera – Clay Wattle

Acacia glaucoptera - clay wattle
Acacia glaucoptera - clay wattle
Acacia glaucoptera - clay wattle

An uncommon, spreading shrub with outstanding ornamental foliage. Acacia glaucoptera has red-tinged new growth and requires regular pruning to keep it looking its best and promote this new growth. It is quite tolerant of frosts (down to -7°C) and grows best in a position with part sun, though it will also grow in full sun or dappled shade.

Family : Fabaceae

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Plant Type : Small shrub, Ground cover

Width : 3

Flowering Time : Spring

Soil Type : Sandy, Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool, Semi-arid

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Dense foliage, Open foliage, Spreading

Soil Moisture : Well-drained

Special Uses : Erosion control, Fast growing

Scientific Name: Acacia glaucoptera

Common Name : Wattle

Height : 1.5

Flower Color : Yellow

pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Flower garden, Cold climate

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates heavy frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Seed eating birds, Butterflies, Other insects