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ACACIA kempeana 250g
Witchetty Bush
Family: Fabaceae
Sub-family: Mimosaceae
Characteristics: Fast-growing Shrub 3 to 5 metres.
Seed per packet: Approx 30
Seed per gram: Approx. 100
A fast-growing spreading shrub with many stems or small trees typically to a height of 3 to 5 m that produces right golden rods of cylindrical flowers occur in clusters 2 to 4cm long between January or April and September depending on conditions. Flowers are followed by papery pods. The pods are around 7 cm long and contain the seed.
Like most species of Acacia, it has phyllodes rather than true leaves.
The phyllodes are blue-green phyllodes that are slightly curved, broad and blunt 10 cm long.
Occurrs predominantly in the arid and semi-arid regions of central and northern Australia with pockets occurring in all states except Tasmania.
Prefers well-drained soil in an open sunny position, drought and frost tolerant.
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