Acacia pravissima (Ovens Wattle)

Type	Tree, Shrub (Multi-stemmed Plant), Evergreen, Flowering
Form	Compact Rounded Tree, Architectural Form
Size	Large Border / Screening Plant (1.8 to 3m height)
Colours	Yellow Flowers (Summer), Green Foliage
Care	Regular Maintenance Required
Hardiness	Frost Tender, Drought Tolerant, Seaside Friendly
Growth	Medium Growing Plant
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Acacia pravissima cultivation notes: This tender drought tolerant evergreen requires fertile well drained acid - neutral soil and a sheltered spot in full sun. Suitable for mild city or coastal planting. Restrict size by pruning hard annually and mulch in autumn / overwinter pots under glass

Plant Strengths: Sun loving draught tolerant plant; Spiney growth can deter unwanted visitors! Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening; Suitable for container growing; Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant; Suitable for exposed coastal planting; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils.

Plant Weaknesses: Invasive top growth; Spiney plant - can scratch young children and gardeners!

Common Missspellings: Akacia, Acacea, Akacea, Achacea