Overview
Acacia tomentosa is a bushy trees in the genus Acacia, part of the Fabaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Acacia tomentosa 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 tomentosa, commonly known as jungle nail, is a bushy evergreen tree belonging to the Fabaceae family. As a member of the Acacia genus, it thrives in full sun and prefers sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects. It grows well in fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH. This hardy plant is suitable for patio and container planting, as well as city gardens, cottage gardens, and flower borders. It is best appreciated in spring and summer, 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 tomentosa 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 tomentosa
- 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 tomentosa?
Acacia tomentosa prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Acacia tomentosa need?
Acacia tomentosa grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Acacia tomentosa hardy in the UK?
Acacia tomentosa 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 tomentosa?
Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings.