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Fearnleaf Acacia
Fearnleaf Acacia

Common name:Fearnleaf Acacia
Botanical name:Acacia baileyana

This is one of the showiest Acacias for western gardens. It usually grows to 15' in height, with a compact, dense habit; it is one of the first plants to flower, blooming heavily in late winter. It has soft textured leaves that are blue gray. It is very drought tolerant and originates from Southeastern Australia.

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Forest of Green
Image: 14 of 51

Photographer: GardenSoft

Soils and Compost:

Maintain a two to four inch layer of mulch on the soil surface to reduce weeds, infiltrate rain water, and reduce compaction.

Integrated Pest Management:

Attract, or buy beneficial insects such as ladybugs and lacewings to control pest outbreaks in your garden.