Acacia aileana (cootamundra wattle)

Acacia aileana, also known as cootamundra wattle, thrives in regions with higher rainfall and is tolerant of both frost and moderate drought conditions. It has been widely planted as a shade or shelter tree due to its ability to adapt to various climatic conditions. Additionally, this plant shows resilience in recovering from fire, although it prefers areas without limestone. Altitude preferences for this species vary, but it generally flourishes in low to moderate altitudes.

Cootamundra wattle

Acacia aileana, commonly known as cootamundra wattle, is a fast-growing shrub or small tree with misty blue foliage. It has a short trunk and rounded canopy, reaching a height of up to 5 meters. This plant flowers from June to September and prefers higher rainfall areas. It is both frost and reasonably drought tolerant and is widely planted as a shade or shelter tree. Additionally, the seed of Acacia aileana is a good poultry feed.

Acacia aileana

Australia

- The Cootamundra wattle is native to Australia. - It is known for its beautiful fine misty blue foliage. - This plant is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 meters in height and width. - It blooms from June to September. - The Cootamundra wattle prefers higher rainfall areas and is tolerant of both frost and reasonably drought. - It is widely planted as a shade or shelter tree. - The tree is fast-growing but generally short-lived. - After flowering, shortening the branches can help prolong the life of the tree. - The Cootamundra wattle is not suited for limestone soil. - It is a pioneer species, meaning it is one of the first to colonize disturbed or open areas. - The plant is highly flammable but usually recovers from fire. - The seeds of the Cootamundra wattle are good poultry feed.

Acacia aileana (cootamundra wattle) prefers well-drained soil.