Acacia dealbata
Acacia dealbata, known as Mimosa or Silver Wattle, is an ornamental tree that thrives in full sun and requires low water. It can grow quite large, reaching heights of 6–15 meters, and blooms with fragrant yellow flowers in late winter to early spring. It prefers sandy, loamy, or chalky soils and is suitable for USDA zones 8–11. This evergreen tree attracts pollinators and is known for its beautiful, aromatic flowers.
Light
Full sun
Watering
Low water
Soil
Sandy, Loamy, Chalky
Height
6–15 m
Spread
5–10 m
Zones
8–11
Flower colors