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Growing Info

Scarification: soak in warm water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil

Other: Minimum soil temp should be 60F or 16C before sowing.

Native to: South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria

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Acacia retinodesAcacia retinodes

Silver Wattle, Swamp Wattle, Water Wattle

In Stock: 0.719 lb (Total:2.919lb)

Acacia retinodes

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0.72 lb

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Germination:

91%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

35,343

Quantity:

0.72 lb

Collected in:

Italy

Crop year:

2022

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1832264

Characteristics

Synonyms

Acacia retinodes uncifolia
Acacia provincialis

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England (Great Britain and Northern Ireland), United Kingdom

Growing Info

Scarification: soak in warm water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil

Other: Minimum soil temp should be 60F or 16C before sowing.

Native to: South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria

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Looking for a beautiful, evergreen shrub that can be used for environmental management and as an ornamental plant? Look no further than Acacia retinodes, also known as Swamp Wattle, Water Wattle, and Ever-blooming Wattle. This plant is native to South Australia, Victoria and Tasmania and produces yellow flowers periodically throughout the year. It can grow to a height of 20-30 ft and has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit. Acacia retinodes is also useful for its gum production and bark for tanning. This tree prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought as well as maritime exposure. Add this beautiful shrub to your garden today!