Botanical name |
Acacia dealbata (de semis) |
Common name |
Silver wattle, Mimosa |
Category |
fastigiata, alto fusto sempreverde |
Origin |
Australia |
Leaves |
evergreen silvery-grey foliage |
Flowers |
delicate foliage which is topped with fluffy, pale lemon, sweetly scented flowers in late winter and early spring |
Flowering Period |
from December to March |
Max Height |
20 m |
Max Width |
15 m |
note |
it is best grown in milder gardens in a sunny spot and free-draining soil and is very fast-growing once established and ideal for exotic gardens. In mild areas of the UK they may be planted outdoors |