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Acacia podalyriifolia (Pearl Acacia)

Pearl Acacia, Queensland Silver Wattle, Mt Morgan Wattle, Golden Wattle, Pearl Wattle, Queensland Wattle, Silver Wattle

Acacia podalyriifolia, Pearl Acacia, Evergreen Tree, Evergreen Shrub, Yellow Flowers, Fragrant Shrub, Fragrant Tree
Acacia podalyriifolia, Pearl Acacia, Evergreen Tree, Evergreen Shrub, Yellow Flowers, Fragrant Shrub, Fragrant Tree

Fast-growing, Acacia podalyriifolia (Pearl Acacia) is a large evergreen shrub or small tree adorned with silvery-gray round leaves that are satiny to the touch. The foliage remains lovely all year round. In late winter to early spring, masses of scented, fluffy, pale yellow flowers cover the branches and create a striking floral display. Relatively short-lived (10-15 years), Pearl Acacia makes a dramatic statement in the garden. Excellent patio tree.

  • Grows up to 20-30 ft. tall (6-9 m) and 20-40 ft. wide (6-12 m).
  • Performs best in full sun in neutral to acid, well-drained soils. Will not tolerate summer water unless the soil drains very well.
  • Prune heavily after flowering to keep is compact.
  • Native to eastern Australia.

Requirements

Hardiness 11
Heat Zones 10 - 11
Climate Zones 8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Shrubs, Trees
Plant Family Leguminosae
Genus Acacia
Common names Wattle, Acacia
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Winter
Height 10' - 20'
(3m - 6.1m)
Spread 10' - 20'
(3m - 6.1m)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low
Soil Type Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen
Native Plants Australia
Tolerance Deer
Garden Styles Mediterranean Garden
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Alternative Plants to Consider

Acacia craspedocarpa (Leatherleaf Acacia)
Senegalia greggii (Catclaw Acacia)
Acacia cultriformis (Knife Acacia)
Acacia farnesiana (Sweet Acacia)
Acacia dealbata (Silver Wattle)
Acacia baileyana (Cootamundra Wattle)

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Requirements

Hardiness 11
Heat Zones 10 - 11
Climate Zones 8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Shrubs, Trees
Plant Family Leguminosae
Genus Acacia
Common names Wattle, Acacia
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Winter
Height 10' - 20'
(3m - 6.1m)
Spread 10' - 20'
(3m - 6.1m)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low
Soil Type Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen
Native Plants Australia
Tolerance Deer
Garden Styles Mediterranean Garden
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Do I Need?
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