Acacia podalyriifoliaQueensland Silver Wattle

The Acacia podalyriifolia, commonly known as Queensland Silver Wattle, is a fast-growing evergreen tree or shrub native to Australia. It is celebrated for its silvery-grey, rounded foliage and clusters of bright golden-yellow, fluffy flowers that bloom in late winter to early spring. Growing up to 3 to 7 metres tall, this ornamental wattle is ideal for adding a splash of colour to gardens and providing a year-round display of attractive foliage.

Queensland Silver Wattle is versatile and low-maintenance, making it a popular choice for hedges, windbreaks, and feature planting in temperate and subtropical regions.

Specifications

• Height3 to 7 metres
• Width3 to 5 metres
• Native toAustralia
• FoliageSilvery-grey, rounded, evergreen leaves (phyllodes)
• Growth rateFast

Conditions

• SoilPrefers well-drained, sandy, or loamy soils; tolerates poor, rocky, or slightly acidic soils
• LightFull sun to partial shade
• WaterLow to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• ClimateThrives in temperate and subtropical climates

Additional Features

• FlowersBright golden-yellow, fluffy flower clusters bloom in late winter to early spring
• UsesIdeal for hedges, windbreaks, erosion control, and as a feature plant in gardens
• SpacingPlant 2 to 4 metres apart for hedges or individual displays
• Low MaintenanceRequires minimal care; prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth
• Pest ResistanceNaturally resilient; monitor for borers and scale insects
• Wildlife AttractionProvides nectar for pollinators such as bees and butterflies
• Environmental BenefitsHelps stabilise soil and prevents erosion in degraded areas

Queensland Silver Wattle is a striking and hardy plant, perfect for enhancing landscapes with its vibrant flowers, silvery foliage, and ability to thrive in challenging conditions.