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Products > Acacia redolens 'Low Boy'
 
Acacia redolens 'Low Boy' - Prostrate Acacia
  

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Habit and Cultural Information
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
Acacia redolens 'Low Boy' (Prostrate Acacia) - A very low-growing acacia that is readily used as a groundcover, especially on slopes; grows to 1 foot 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 name Acacia comes either from the Greek word 'akazo' meaning "to sharpen" or from the Egyptian word 'akakia', a name given to the Egyptian Thorn, Acacia arabica. The specific epithet comes from the Latin word 'redolent' meaning "to give off a scent" for the fragrance of the plant.  This description of this plant is based on our research and our observations of it growing at the nursery, in our own garden and in other gardens. We always appreciate receiving feedback of any kind from those who have any additional information about this plant, particularly if they disagree with what we have written or have additional cultural tips that would aid others growing Acacia redolens 'Low Boy' .
 
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