This very fast growing small tree may have multiple trunks with drooping branches that form a broad domed crown. The lanced-shaped phyllodes (leaves) are grey-green and the golden yellow ball-shaped flowers appear on mass during late spring.

Hardiness zones 8 to 9

Acacia saligna is naturally found in western and southern Australia and has naturalised in other regions.

It grows in well drained moderatly fertile sandy soils in an open sunny position and is frost, drought, salt and lime tolerant.

The Golden Wreath Wattle is an attractive tree that is grown for its flowers and spreading crown. It is planted in parks and gardens for screening or as a specimen along borders. It is also used as a windbreak or for dune stabilising and is suitable for coastal and inland regions. It is very fast growing and establishes in 1 to 2 years but can self-sow and may become a weed in some areas. ID 751

Acacia(a-KAY-see-a) saligna (sä-lig-na)

'Acacia': from Greek akazo - to sharpen (some species have sharp thorns); 'saligna': like a willow (refers to the leaves).

Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
subfamilyMimosoideae
Wattles