Description
Acacia sophorae (Coastal Wattle)
Seed Quantity: 40 seeds (adjustable via the dropdown menu)
Bulk Available
Description:
A hardy, salt-tolerant shrub with a spreading growth habit, making it ideal for coastal areas. It helps stabilise sand dunes and attracts wildlife, including butterflies, bees, and birds.
Key Features:
- 🌳 Low-growing, spreading shrub (horizontal or flat growth)
- 🌼 Bright yellow flowers in long spikes
- 📏 Grows up to 3m high and 4m wide
- 🌊 Excellent for coastal planting and erosion control
- 🍃 Evergreen with rounded leaf tips
Climate Suitability:
- Thrives in coastal regions
- Tolerates salt spray and windy conditions
Growing Conditions:
- 🌞 Position: Full sun to light shade
- 🌱 Soil: Prefers free-draining sandy or loamy soil
- 💦 Watering: Low water requirements once established
- 🚀 Growth Rate: Fast
Propagation Instructions:
1️⃣ Sowing Time: Best in spring or autumn, avoiding extreme temperatures.
2️⃣ Soak the Seeds: Pour warm water over seeds and soak overnight to soften the seed coat.
3️⃣ Sowing Depth: Plant 3-4mm deep in well-draining seed-raising mix. Retreatment may be needed for unswollen seeds.
4️⃣ Maintain Moisture and Warmth: Keep soil moist but not waterlogged at 18-22°C.
5️⃣ Germination Timeframe: 14-42 days at optimal temperatures.
6️⃣ Seedling Care: Transplant when strong roots and leaves develop.
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