Acacia glaucoptera (Clay Wattle) - Image 13

Botanical name: Acacia glaucoptera

Common names: Clay Wattle, Queen Wattle

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Mimosoideae

Origin: Western Australia

USDA Zone: 9-11

Cold tolerance: 25 F

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWater Requirement: Low. Allow soil to dry out between wateringsWatering: Moderate; tolerates dry conditions
Yellow, orange flowersFlower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
Acacia glaucoptera (Clay Wattle) yellow flower close up with green foliage on plant branch
Acacia glaucoptera (Clay Wattle) yellow flower clusters grow along slender green stems with unique foliage.


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