Acacia amplicepsSalt Wattle

The Acacia ampliceps, or Salt Wattle, is a hardy, fast-growing evergreen shrub or small tree, renowned for its ability to thrive in saline and arid conditions. Reaching up to 5 metres, it features slender, blue-green phyllodes and clusters of bright yellow, fluffy flower balls that bloom in spring, adding a splash of colour to challenging landscapes.

Native to Australia, this versatile plant is ideal for erosion control, windbreaks, or revegetation projects and is well-suited for coastal, arid, and saline environments.

Specifications

• Height3 to 5 metres
• Width2 to 4 metres
• Native toNorthern and Western Australia
• FoliageSlender, blue-green phyllodes with a fine, airy texture
• Growth rateFast

Conditions

• SoilThrives in saline, sandy, or clay soils; tolerates poor soil conditions
• LightFull sun
• WaterLow; drought-tolerant once established
• ClimateAdapted to arid, semi-arid, and coastal regions

Additional Features

• FlowersBright yellow, fluffy ball-shaped blooms in spring
• UsesIdeal for windbreaks, erosion control, revegetation, and as a coastal screen
• SpacingPlant 2 to 3 metres apart for dense coverage
• Low MaintenanceRequires minimal care; prune to shape if needed
• Salt ToleranceExceptionally tolerant of saline soils and environments
• Environmental BenefitsStabilises soil, prevents erosion, and provides habitat for wildlife
• VersatilitySuitable for naturalised plantings, arid gardens, and coastal landscapes

The Salt Wattle is a resilient and environmentally beneficial plant, perfect for improving challenging landscapes while adding texture and seasonal colour.