Acacia pravissima (Ovens Wattle)

Acacia pravissima (Ovens Wattle) yellow flower cluster on green leaf branches in a tree
Acacia pravissima (Ovens Wattle) yellow flower clusters hanging from many small dark green leaves

Botanical name: Acacia pravissima

Common name: Ovens Wattle

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Mimosoideae

Origin: Australia

USDA Zone: 9-11

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Large bush or small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Yellow, orange flowersFlower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

A vigorous growing tree with silvery, blade-like leaves. Has a rapid growth pattern. In early spring and sometimes again in the fall, the trees are covered in puffy yellow flowers. Easy in full sun and free-draining soil. Drought tolerant.

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