Willow Wattle (Acacia Iteaphylla) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A dense, weeping shrub with slender grey-green phyllodes and pale yellow winter flowers.

Willow Wattle

Willow Wattle

Acacia Iteaphylla

A dense, weeping shrub with slender grey-green phyllodes and pale yellow winter flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:clay, sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:hedge, screen, specimen, erosion control, nitrogen fixer

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Willow Wattle

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Acacia