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ACACIA polybotrya
Western Silver Wattle
Family: Fabaceae
Subfamily: Mimosaceae
Characteristics: Medium shrub to 4 m
Seed per packet: 15
Seed per gram: Approx 30
A medium-sized shrub with grey-green ferny foliage which is an attractive contrast the the profusion of bright yellow flowers that occur in spring.
A decorative shrub that can be cultivated as a specimen plant or incorporated into a shrubbery. Prune after flowering.
The Western Silver Wattle is one of a small number of acacia with true leaves rather than phyllodes.
Native to Central New South Wales and Southeast Queensland.
Prefers medium to heavy soils in an open sunny position.
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