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Myrtle Wattle, Red-stem Wattle

Myrtle Wattle, Red-stem Wattle
Photo: Iain Harrison
Alternative Plant
Myrtle Wattle, Red-stem Wattle
Acacia myrtifolia
 

A small, rounded shrub from 1 to 2.5 m high. Elliptical leaves, dark green, 2–5 cm long on distinctive reddish stems. Fluffy cream-coloured ball-shaped flowers appear in spring. It is a low maintenance drought hardy plant. Thrives in a range of environments, however prefers a sunny well-drained position.

 

 
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