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ACACIA horridula

Conservation Code: Priority 3

SKU: A-40
Stock: In Stock

Family: Fabaceae
Sub-family: Mimosaceae
Characteristics: Small shrub 30 cm to 1.5 m

Seed per packet: Approx. 12
Seed per gram: Approx. 50

Size:
$8.00 AUD Excl. GST

Acacia horridula is a small grass-like shrub 30-60 centimetres tall with a slender single stem and narrow triangular phyllodes (leaves) usually crowded on the branchlets. Spherical clusters of pale-yellow flowers from May to August.
Prefers a well-drained in an open sunny position. Drought tolerant and resistant to light frost.

Occurs naturally in the Jarrah Forests and Swan Coastal Plains of the South-West Province of Western Australia.

WA Conservation Code: Priority 3.

Acacia is easy to propagate from seed.

The best time to sow Acacia seed is autumn, Late winter and spring.

  1. Sow in a well drained mix.
  2. Soak in water 24 hours
  3. Next, soak seeds in near boiling water  for 24-48 hours,to help soften the tough exterior and improve germination.
  4. Sow the seeds to a depth equal to the seed's width.
  5. Place in a semi-shaded postion.
  6. 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.

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