Acacia concurrens – Black Wattle (AN)

Description

 

• 20 seeds.
• Bulk available; please inquire.

• Common name: Curracabah or Black wattle

• Family: Mimosaceae

• Native to NSW, Australia

• 3 – 10 metres high

• Fast-growing small tree or shrub

• Low Maintenance

• Well-drained, sandy soil

• Drought resistant, hardy

• Add slow-release fertiliser

• Flowers in Spring and Winter

• Bright yellow, fragrant flowers, long/cylindrical in appearance, often in pairs

• Grey/black bark

• Prune after flowering has finished

• Green leaves

• Full sun

• Check to see if it can be grown in your area, don’t plant near natural bushland

• Takes 10-21 days to germinate
• Attracts birds, bees and butterflies

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 a seed-raising mix.
5. Place the seeds on top of the soil and push gently to cover the seeds.
6. Place in a warm, sunny position.
7. Water in well and keep moist.