• Detailed view of Acacia podalyriifolia leaves and flowering clusters in natural light, highlighting the plant's silver foliage and budding white flowers.
  • Close-up of Acacia podalyriifolia foliage and flower buds under sunlight, showcasing the distinctive silver-grey leaves and early stage floral development.
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Queensland Silver Wattle (Acacia podalyriifolia)

Queensland Silver Wattle (Acacia podalyriifolia)

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Why we love this plant!

The Queensland Silver Wattle is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant native tree with silvery-grey foliage that provides year-round interest. Its bright yellow, ball-shaped flowers bloom in late winter to early spring, offering an important nectar source for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. This hardy species adapts well to various soil types and is excellent for erosion control and soil enrichment due to its nitrogen-fixing properties. Ideal for wildlife-friendly gardens, it provides shelter and food for native birds while adding texture and seasonal colour to landscapes across Brisbane to the Sunshine Coast.

Care Considerations

Watering preferences:

  • Water regularly until established, then reduce frequency based on rainfall.

Mulching preferences:

  • Applying mulch around the base may help retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Fertilising preferences:

  • A light application of native plant fertiliser during the growing season may support growth.

Pruning preferences:

  • Pruning after flowering may help maintain shape and encourage new growth.

Good to Know:

  • Can be short-lived and may self-seed in favourable conditions. Pruning may help extend its lifespan.

Plant Details
Common uses: Privacy screening, Attractive foliage, Drought hardy/tolerant, Feature plant, Low maintenance garden, Wow! factor, Textural interest, Seasonal colour, Pollinator-friendly, Firewise garden, Robust/Hardy, Wind protection, Erosion control, Nitrogen fixing, Coastal garden, Rocky or dry gardens (Xeriscape), Winter interest, and Fast growing
Expected Height Range: 3 m - 5 m
Spread Range: 2 m - 3 m
Preferred positioning: Full sun
Flower Season/s: Winter and Spring
Flower Colour/s:
Plant life cycle: Perennial
Habitat: Native to open forests and woodlands in south-eastern Queensland, where it thrives in well-drained soils and sunny conditions. It is commonly found in dry sclerophyll forests and along rocky slopes.
Leaf information: Silvery-grey, oval-shaped leaves with a soft, velvety texture.
Preferred Soil: Typically prefers well-drained soils, tolerates a range of moisture levels, but does not thrive in waterlogged conditions.
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