(1/2) Wattle - Cootamundra Purple For Sale
(2/2) Leaf of the Wattle - Cootamundra Purple
Wattle - Cootamundra Purple
Acacia baileyana PurpureaPlum coloured ferny new foliage and yellow pompom flowered large shrub suited to inland Australia. Golden wattle flower display in late winter and spring Tolerant of dry conditions and very attractive. Can be cut back hard to keep it rounded. Has been kn... Read More
Other Names: Fernleaf Acacia, Bailey Acacia 'Purperea'
$18.75 ($4.90-$19.90 choose a size)
Specifications of Wattle - Cootamundra Purple
Preferred Climate Warm Temperate, Cool TemperateLearn About Climate Zones
Grown From SeedlingLearn About Propagation Methods
Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 2-5m
Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)Learn about Pollination
Can it Handle Frosts? Yes
Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest 2-3 Years
Sun or Shade Full (Sun:80%-100%)
Preferred Soil Type Good Drainage
Soil pH Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)
Fruiting/Harvest Months July, August, September
Plant Width 2-4m
Growth Rate Medium
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