Description

General aspect and origins - Acacia baileyana is a wattle which is native to New South Wales, in Australia, and more precisely to Cootamundra district, hence its common name : Cootamundra wattle. It is an evergreen tree which can reach 30 ft (10 m), but which is generally smaller. Leaves are blue-grey and flowers are golden-yellow.
Leaves - This wattle has an evergreen grey-blue foliage.
Flowers - Flowers are slightly scented and are golden-yellow.

Culture

This tree will withstand brief and moderate frosts of about 22°F-24°F, and may be grown in USDA zones 9 and warmer.
Soil - This wattle requires a well-drained ground.

Propagation

This wattle is easily propagated by seeds, but varieties such as 'Purpurea' may be propagated by cuttings, air layers, or grafting techniques.