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Products > Acacia melanoxylon   Acacia melanoxylon - Black Acacia      Habit and Cultural Information Category: Tree Family: Mimosaceae (~Fabales) Origin: Australia (Australasia) Evergreen: Yes Flower Color: Pale Yellow Bloomtime: Winter/Spring Height: 25-40 feet Width: 10-20 feet Exposure: Full Sun Seaside: Yes Drought Tolerant: Yes Deer Tolerant: Yes Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs Winter Hardiness: 15-20° F Acacia melanoxylon (Black Acacia) - A very quick-growing, pyramidal tree growing to 40 feet tall or more and 20 feet wide. Creamy flower clusters form in winter and spring. Plant in full sun with good drainage. A good tree for quick growth, screening and erosion control, however the aggressive roots can lift sidewalks or damage foundations. Hardy to 15-20 degrees F.  The description above is based on our research and observations of this plant growing in our nursery and in our own and other Santa Barbara gardens. We would appreciate hearing from anyone who has additional information or disagrees with what we have written.     [MORE INFO]