38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh,
Alexandra
Acacia cultriformis
Knife-leaf Wattle, Dogtooth Wattle
$58
PB18
Mature height:
2.5 - 4 m
Mature width:
2 - 4 m
A distinctive, fast-growing evergreen shrub with a bushy, weeping habit. Features blue-grey, triangular, knife-shaped phyllodes (leaf-like stems) arranged tightly along cascading branches. In spring, it is completely smothered in masses of bright yellow, fluffy globe flower clusters.
Growing Conditions
Soil
Well-drained, poor, sandy, gravelly, or lean soils.
Sunlight
Full sun is essential for a dense habit and prolific spring flowering.
Flower
Masses of bright yellow, fluffy ball clusters in spring.
Care & Maintenance
Acacia cultriformis is a hardy, evergreen shrub with unique triangular leaves and masses of yellow flowers in spring.
• Plant in a sunny, well-draining, and protected spot.
• Very drought-tolerant once established.
• Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a dense, bushy habit.
• Highly adaptable to various soil types.
Common Uses for
Acacia cultriformis
01
High-Impact Accent
Brings an exquisite, architectural blue-grey foliage contrast and explosive spring colour to hot borders.
02
Water-Wise Gardens
Performs beautifully in low-water xeriscapes, gravel beds, and sustainable Mediterranean layouts.
03
Coastal Screening
Handles exposed coastal wind sweeps and sandy maritime conditions well back from the frontline.
04
Inland Windbreaks
Planted in groups to establish a tough, quick-growing, wind-filtering boundary screen on dry properties.
Visit Us Today
We’re a local, onsite nursery located in Alexandra.
All plants are selected and purchased in person so you can see quality, size, and suitability before you buy.
38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh, Alexandra
Opening Hours
You’re welcome to visit during our open hours, or arrange a time that suits you by appointment.
August - May:
Tue, Wed, Thu | 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
June - July:
By Appointment Only