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ACACIA colei | *Image by Mark Marathon CC BY-SA 4.0

ACACIA colei 10g

Soap Wattle

SKU: N 480-10g
Stock: In Stock

Family: Fabaceae
Characteristics: Spreading shrub 2-4 m 

Seed per packet: Approx. 30
Seed per gram: Approx. 90

Size:
$11.00 AUD Excl. GST

An adaptable hardy spreading shrub with large broad foliage that produces attractive twisted seed pods and bright yellow flowers which occur from May to September, being more prolific in the latter months.

The indigenous people used the sticky and unripe pods which when crushed and moistened were rubbed between the palms of their hands to produce a soap-like lather that removed dirt and cleaned their hands.

A widespread species of northern Australia that extends from the Pilbara and southern Kimberley region of Western Australia across the Great Sandy and Tanami Deserts of the Northern Territory into North-western Queensland.

Well suited to harsh climates, in more favourable conditions it can grow as a small tree to 9 metres.

Prefer a light to medium well-drained soil in an open sunny position. Drought tolerant but frost tender.

*Image by Mark Marathon CC BY-SA 4.0

The best time to sow Acacia seed is:
Cool climates: September to May.
Temperate climates: September to May.
Sub-Tropical climates: August to May
Tropical climates: September to November or March to May.
Arid climates: August to May.

  1.  soak in water for 24-48 hours.
  2. Next, soak seeds in near boiling water overnight to help soften the tough exterior and improve germination.
  3. Sow the seeds to a depth equal to the seed's width.

Germination: Typically occurs within two weeks.

Please note:

  • Please do not be too hasty to discard seeds that do not germinate; seeds will often lay dormant until the conditions are similar to their natural germination requirements.
  • As with all seeds, they must have adequate water to germinate, keep them moist but not too wet.
  • These growth notes are provided as guidance only and do not guarantee successful germination.
  • The customer should do their due diligence that they are suited to their region.

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