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| Category: Shrub |
| Family: Mimosaceae (~Fabales) |
| Origin: Australia (Australasia) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: Yellow |
| Bloomtime: Spring |
| Height: <1 foot |
| Width: 10-15 feet |
| Exposure: Full Sun |
| Seaside: Yes |
| Drought Tolerant: Yes |
| Deer Tolerant: Yes |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 20-25° F |
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Acacia redolens 'Low Boy' (Prostrate Acacia) - A very low-growing acacia that is readily used as a groundcover, especially on slopes; grows to 1 feet tall and 15 feet wide. The dense plant is heavily branched and covered with narrow, gray-green leaves. Small yellow flowers appear in spring. Plant in full sun to light shade. Tolerant of drought and frost once established. Hardy to 20-25 degrees F. A cutting grown selection.
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.
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