Acacia baileyana Purpurea is a purple leaf form of the common Cootamundra Wattle. It is a bushy shrub or small tree growing 3-10 meters high. It is easily identified by its new foliage which is a striking purple colour, as well as the iconic golden pom pom flowers. The tree produces profuse sprays of these small globular flowers in late winter to early spring providing a striking contrast against the backdrop of the striking purple and silver-blue foliage. The wattle is ideal as a stand-alone feature, or as a paddock tree.
Soil: Adaptable to most soil types.
Conditions: Full sun to partial shade. Tolerant of frost, salt and drought.
Size: Height 3-10m x width 3-5m
Soil: Adaptable to most soil types.
Conditions: Full sun to partial shade. Tolerant of frost, salt and drought.
Size: Height 3-10m x width 3-5m