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ACACIA glaucoptera
Flat Leaf Wattle or Clay Wattle
Family: Fabaceae
Sub-family: Mimosacea
Characteristics: Prostate to erect shrub 30cm to 1.2m high spread 2m
Seed per packet: Approx. 15
Seed per gram: Approx. 190
A Highly ornamental unusual spreading shrub that varies in form spreading prostrate or semi-prostrate 30 cm tall to an erect shrub 1.2 m high with unique flat foliage.
The yellow globular flowers occur on individual short stems close to and along the unique flat foliage from late winter to early summer.
Occurs naturally in the IBRA Regions of the Avon Wheatbelt, Esperance Plains, Jarrah Forest and Mallee in Western Australia.
Prefers well-drained soil in a sunny position. Frost hardy to -7°C
Acacia is easy to propagate from seed.
The best time to sow Acacia seed is autumn, Late winter and spring.
- Sow in a well drained mix.
- Soak in water 24 hours
- Next, soak seeds in near boiling water for 24-48 hours,to help soften the tough exterior and improve germination.
- Sow the seeds to a depth equal to the seed's width.
- Place in a semi-shaded postion.
- Keep the soil moist, avoid overwatering and ensure it doesn’t dry out.
Germination: Typically occurs within two weeks.
Please note:
- Please do not be too hasty to discard seeds that do not germinate; seeds will often lie 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.
Importing to Tasmania Prohibited