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Acacia melanoxylon

Blackwood Acacia

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Information by:         Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

Tall fast growing tree reaching 30-50 ft. with 20-30 ft spread. It has white flowers that are noticable March through May. It can work as a windbreak and has wonderful biomass value. - Cornflower Farms Its leaves are dark green and narrow, with flowers that can also be creamy to straw-colored, growing in short clusters and appearing in March or April.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

Ranch, Seascape, Woodland

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Background

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.