Acacia Sophorae (AN) – Coastal Wattle

Description

• 20 seeds
• Bulk Available; please enquire
• Acacia sophorae
• Common name: Coastal Wattle
• Small salt-tolerant shrub
• Growth habit: horizontal or flat growth along the ground
• Height: 3 metres Width: 4 metres
• Flowers: Bright yellow long spikes
• Prefers free-draining sandy/loamy soil, stabilises sand dunes along the coast, tolerates salt spray
• Attracts butterflies, bees and birds
• Evergreen, leaves have a rounded tip

Acacia seed propagation

1. Place seeds in a glass bowl or heatproof container.
2. Pour boiling water over the seed, enough to cover the seed.
3. Leave overnight.
4. Fill a pot or container with seed-raising mix.
5. Place the seeds on top of the soil and push gently to just cover the seeds.
6. Place in a warm, sunny position.
7. Water in well and keep moist.