Acacia aculeatissima
Position: Snake Wattle grows in full sun to part shaded areas in most well drained soils including coastal.
Care: A hardy plant that requires little maintenance other than an annual prune. Occasionally feed with a slow release low phosphorus fertiliser, will be of benefit. Mulching around the base will help conserve moisture.
Uses: Snake Wattle is an attractive groundcover plant suitable for rockeries and embankments.
Habit: SMALL SHRUB (SS) and MEDIUM SHRUB (MS)
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14cm | 20cm |
Height x Width: height 0.1 - 0.3m width 1 - 1.5m
Pruning: annual tip prune
Frost Tolerance: yes
Coastal Tolerance: yes
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Drought Tolerance: yes
Origin: Australian Plant
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