Acacia acuminata (raspberry jam tree) — Bushy

Overview

Acacia acuminata is a bushy trees in the genus Acacia, part of the Fabaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Acacia acuminata grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include patio and container plants, city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, flower borders and beds and wall side borders.

About

Acacia acuminata, commonly known as the raspberry jam tree, is a bushy evergreen tree belonging to the Fabaceae family. It thrives in full sun and prefers sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects with well-drained loam or sandy soils that are acid to neutral in pH. This cultivar is suitable for a variety of garden settings including patios, city gardens, and informal cottage gardens. It flowers in spring and summer, adding seasonal interest, and can be propagated by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Acacia

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H3

Plant details

Acacia acuminata size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Trees
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Evergreen
Suggested uses: Patio and container plants, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds, Wall side borders