Swamp Wattle (Acacia Retinodes) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Acacia retinodes is a fast-growing evergreen shrub or small tree native to South Australia, Victoria, and Tasmania, known for its spreading habit and yellow flowers produced periodically throughout the year.

Swamp Wattle

Swamp Wattle

Acacia Retinodes

Acacia retinodes is a fast-growing evergreen shrub or small tree native to South Australia, Victoria, and Tasmania, known for its spreading habit and yellow flowers produced periodically throughout the year.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Swamp Wattle

Jan
Prune
Feb
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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Acacia