Acacia melanoxylon |
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Blackwood Acacia, Black Acacia |
Description
Tall fast growing tree reaching 30-50 ft. with 20-30 ft spread. It has white flowers that are noticable March through May. It can work as a windbreak and has wonderful biomass value. Its leaves are dark green and narrow, with flowers that can also be creamy to straw-colored, growing in short clusters and appearing in March or April. Reseeds in dry, sunny areas. It has the possibility of spreading in coniferous forest, chaparral, woodland or riparian habitats.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Invasive
Design Styles
Ranch, Seascape, Woodland
Accenting Features
n/a
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Background
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch in planting beds to conserve water, suppress weeds, and protect the soil from compaction and erosion.