A shorter, bushier variety similar to Australia's iconic floral emblem, the dwarf wattle produces large golden sprays of blooms from the tips of its branches. The trees last for around five to ten years and provide excellent low-maintenance screening or shrubbery. Plant Height: 1m.

How to Sow Seeds

Method: Sow in warm areas anytime.
Depth: Sow seeds thinly on the surface and cover very lightly with a thin layer of soil.
Transplanting: Transplant to permanent position when about 5cm (2in) high being very careful to disturb the roots as little as possible.
Growing notes: In frost prone areas when danger of frost is over. Place seeds in a cup of hot water, leave overnight then drain and sow. Fill pots or seed tray with moist sandy soil, wet thoroughly and compress. It is beneficial to add wildflower seed starter granules to soil surface. Keep moist. Cover with clear polythene – remove when germination commences. Place in warm shady position to germinate fully. Water in well and then regularly until established, also occasionally in dry weather. Protect from slugs and snails when young.

Growing Needs

Soil: Fill pots or seed tray with moist sandy soil, wet thoroughly and compress
Water: Keep moist
Temperature: In frost prone areas when danger of frost is over

Plant Characteristics

Growth habit: Dwarf
Height: 1m