Australian Native Plants Nursery

Leader in ornamental trees and shrubs for Mediterranean gardens

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Australian Native Plants Nursery, located in Ventura, CA, is a leader in ornamental trees and shrubs for Mediterranean gardens. Shop the online store or come visit the nursery in person.
Acacia myrtifolia

Description

Long lived, hardy variable shrub found growing in most coastal heath-lands in temperate areas in Australia. Winter flowering with red new growth in spring. Moderately frost hardy and drought tolerant. Leaves are like European myrtle and if pruned regularly will keep a compact shape and display bright red new foliage most of the year. Narrow leaf form is found in Western Australia and South Australia.

Details

Biological Name: Acacia myrtifolia
Common Name: Myrtle Wattle
Family: Mimosaceae
Origin: Southern Australia
Exposure: Full Sun or Partial Shade
Irrigation: Low water once established
Frost: Moderately Frost Tolerant
Soil: Well-drained, light to heavy
Flower Color: Creamy yellow
Flower Time: Winter-spring
Height: prostrate-8'
Width: 5-7'
See also...
Ground Cover
Shrub
Availability ...
1 Gallon: not available
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15 Gallon: not available
Mail Order Plant (online only): not available
Seeds (online only): $6.60add to cart
Propagation Information: Seed germinates readily. Pour boiling water over seed and let soak overnight. Drench seed with a fungicide to prevent "Damping Off" after sowing.

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The genus Dryandra has been transfered into the genus Banksia?

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