Overview
Acacia microbotrya is a bushy trees in the genus Acacia, part of the Fabaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Acacia microbotrya 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 microbotrya, commonly known as manna wattle, is a bushy evergreen tree within the Acacia genus, which includes various trees, shrubs, and climbers. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers south- or west-facing, sheltered positions with well-drained loam or sandy soils that are acidic to neutral. It is hardy to UK zone H3 and is suitable for a range of garden settings such as patios, city gardens, and informal borders. Flowering in spring and summer, it benefits from fertile soil and can be propagated by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings.
About the genus
Acacia, commonly known as wattles or acacias, is a genus of about 1,084 species of shrubs and trees in the subfamily Mimosoideae of the pea family Fabaceae. Initially, it comprised a group of plant species native to Africa, South America, and Australasia, but is now reserved for species mainly from Australia, with others from New Guinea, Southeast Asia, and the Indian Ocean.
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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 microbotrya 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
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Acacia microbotrya
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Glasshouse red spider mite, Fluted scale, Mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Acacia microbotrya?
Acacia microbotrya prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Acacia microbotrya need?
Acacia microbotrya grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Acacia microbotrya hardy in the UK?
Acacia microbotrya has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Acacia microbotrya?
Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings.