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Silver Wattle
Conservation status NSW: Endangered
Stock: Out Of Stock
SKU Code: N 518-250g
Family: Fabaceae
Sub-family: Mimosaceae
Characteristics: Ornamental shrub 3-4 metres occasionally taller
Seed per packet: Approx. 12
Seed per gram: Approx. 38
An attractive ornamental shrub with a bushy dense spreading canopy that blooms in the abundance of spherical yellow flower-heads that occurs between May and November
The phyllodes (modified leaves) are narrow lanceolate in shape up to 14cm long and 5mm in width.
A useful species for creating shelter and shade.
Occurs naturally in some small areas on the Flinders Range in South Australia near Hawker in the south to around Mount Harris in the north and also around Wilgena. In New South Wales it occurs in the Broken Hill area.
Pre-treatment: Hot Water
Place the seed in a container and pour in just boiled water and allow to soak overnight.
The swollen seed can then be sown, re-treat seeds that have not swollen.
Sow seed 3-5mm keep moist.Germination should occur in 10-21 days @ 18-22C.
If you are unsure what you require to import seed to your county please contact our Export manager who will guide you through the process exports@australianseed.com
We are a registered Export Establishment with an authorised officer which allows us to process Phytosanitary certificates when required.
The purchaser is responsible for clearing the goods through their customs and paying all charges associated with clearing the goods, including any import fees and taxes if applicable.
Australian Seed cannot accept returns due to Australian quarantine restrictions. See the full conditions here.
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