Propagation
Sow fresh seed during early spring or when available in pots and place in a cold frame to germinate. Pre-soak seeds in heated water 13ş to 18şC (55ş-64şF) for 24 hours. Seeds may require scarification.

Botanic information
Leaf: The dark green phyllodes are linear to narrow lanceolate with a prominent mid vien that ends in a pointed apex.

Flower: The small tubulate flowers are loosely arranged in an axillary spike up to 20mm (ľin) long that are found towards the end of the branches. They appear from late winter to early spring.

Fruit: The flattened pod is constricted between the seeds and the seeds require scarification prior to germination.


Pruning
Tolerates a light prune after flowering back to a node, remove any dead wood back to the collar. If there is insufficient light towards the base of the tree prune the crown to allow the light in. The plants tend to be easily damaged by wind or borers, and damaged material should be removed.