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Acacia baileyana 'Purpurea'

Purple Leaf Bailey Acacia

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Description

One of the showiest acacias for western gardens. It usually grows to 15' in height, with a compact, dense habit, and it is one of the first plants to flower, blooming heavily in late winter. It has soft textured leaves that are usually purple/green. It is very drought tolerant and comes from Eastern Australia.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Width Range

12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Winter

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Purple

Bark Color

Grey

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Tropical

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Patio, Roadside

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Screen

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Lawn watering more than 5 minutes usually results in runoff. Use multiple cycle starts.