Acacia glaucoptera ornamnetal

Acacia glaucoptera ornamnetalAn uncommon, spreading shrub prized for its striking ornamental foliage, Acacia glaucoptera makes a unique addition to the garden. Its distinctive, flattened, wing like leaves are mid green in colour, creating a bold textural effect unlike most other acacias. Fresh new growth emerges with attractive red to pink tinges, adding seasonal interest and enhancing its visual appeal. Naturally prostrate to semi prostrate in habit, this small shrub forms a

This evergreen variety retains its vivid colour throughout the year

Katherine Havemeyer lilac is ideal for use in borders

Soil: Heavy

Trim to ground level yearly for fresh new regrowth and extended flowering season

in rockeries and in mass planting

Soil: Well-drained moist soil

celebrated for its vivid scarlet-red new growth and masses of brilliant scarlet flowers from spring through summer

even on heavier soils

Its glossy green foliage provides year-round appeal

Its unique apricot-yellow-pink blooms add a warm touch to cooler seasons

flowering may be erratic and the plant will be less vigorous

It can also be used as a lawn substitute in low-traffic areas