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Products > Acacia redolens 'Low Boy'   Acacia redolens 'Low Boy' - Prostrate Acacia    [2nd Image] 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' .     [MORE INFO]