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PLANT NAME
Acacia pravissima
COMMON NAME
Ovens Wattle
ORIGIN
Australia. Native of NE Australia's Ovens valley
FAMILY
Fabaceae - Mimosaceae

Description: An evergreen shrub to small tree that looks fantastic in a smaller garden. This Acacia has pendulous branches covered in unusual grey-green foliage which are in fact flattened leaves (Phyllodes). During late winter to early spring pleasantly fragrant, globular yellow flowers are borne.

Climate/ Position: This acacia can withstand frost conditions (down to -1C) but is not fully hardy. Frost hardiness increases with age. Grow in full sun and shelter from prevailing winds.

Height / Spread: Moderate to fast growing to 3m up to 8m, spreading to 1 or 2m.

Soil Requirements: Low. Drought tolerant.

Pruning: Prune lightly after flowering.

Special Requirements: Plant in a well-drained soil. Preferably neutral to acid. Adapted to dry and nutrient poor soils. Avoid windy position.

Tolerates drought situations and is great for coastal gardens. Tolerant of full sun and sandy soils. Adapted to nutrient poor soils.

The RHS Woody Plant Committee awarded Acacia Pravissima an award of Garden Merit on account of its good foliage and flower.

Wyevale East Nurseries Leydenhatch Lane, Swanley, Kent BR8 7PS
Tel: 01322 662315 enquiries@wyevale-east.co.uk

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