Golden Wattle
A fast-growing rounded shrub with light green leaves and fragrant rod-shaped, golden yellow flowers that appear in winter to early spring along end of branches.
Acacia longifolia (A. latifolia)
Fruit Characteristics
Fruit edible :Yes
Leaf Characteristics
Leaf length : 3-6"
Leaf shape : Oval
Leaf color : Bright green
Flower Characteristics
Flower fragrance : Yes
Flower shape : Rod-shaped
Flower color : Yellow
Plant Anatomy
Foliage growth cycle : Evergreen
Average size maturity width : 20 ft.
Average size maturity height : 20 ft.
Growth rate : Fast
Cultural Information
USDA Zone : 20 to 25 F (Z9a
Sunset zone : 8, 9, 14-24
Water requirements : Rarely (Drought Tolerant)
Light exposure : Sun
Landscape Attributes
Under oak trees : Yes
Barrier plants : Yes
Seashore conditions : Yes
Oak root fungus resistance : Yes
Hummingbirds : Yes
Hedges and screens : Yes
Frost tender : Yes
Fragrance : Yes
Erosion control : Yes
Drought tolerant : Yes
Deer resistant : Yes
Butterflies : Yes
Colorful fruits and berries : Yes
Birds : Yes
Autumn foliage color : Yes
Attractive bark : Yes
Allergenic plants : Yes