Trees and Shrubs: acacia cognata
Botanical name: acacia cognata
Common name: Acacia Cognata Limelight
also known as (Acacia Limelight, Acacia Cognata)
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at a glance
Soil: | dry, alkaline, sand |
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Sun: | |
Zones: | 9a thru 11a |
Care: |
average
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Lifespan: |
evergreen
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Attributes: |
deer resistant, drought tolerant |
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description for "Trees and Shrubs: acacia cognata"
A native to Australia, Acacia Limelight is a low-growing shrub that produces an abundance of bright green feathery leaves. It is an evergreen that can be used as a weeping hedge or a cascade over a wall, and also does well in pots.
History:
Acacia Limelight is a cultivated version of the Australian River Wattle or Bower Wattle. Beomg a native of New South Wales and Victoria, Limelight prefers warmer climates, but can tolerate light frost.