Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' - Evergreen Trees Direct

Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik'

$300.00

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Size: 40cm/45L

40cm/45L

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: 1m – 1.3m Approx.

Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only. As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons. No guarantee is given that supplied plants will fall within the stated range. If minimum heights are required, you mustconfirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase. Variation in height is normal and is not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 1m to 2m

Mature Width: 1m to 2m

Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' is expected to grow 50cm to 70cm per year.

Root Ball Dimensions

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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About Your New Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik'

Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' holds soft weeping lime-green foliage year round on a neat mounding frame, giving colour and movement in positions where a flowering plant would only deliver for a few weeks. The fine texture reads as a bright accent against darker foliage and hard landscaping.

'Lime Magik' grows to 1 to 2 metres tall and 1 to 2 metres wide at 50 to 70 centimetres per year, holding a naturally rounded shape without pruning. That compact size suits mass planting along a border, underplanting beneath established trees, or a single specimen in a decorative pot.

This Australian native prefers full sun and free-draining soil, and grows across a wide range from subtropical Queensland through to Melbourne and Adelaide. It is frost sensitive, so in cold inland districts choose a protected position or grow it in a pot that can be moved.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik'

How tall does Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' grow?

'Lime Magik' grows to 1 to 2 metres tall and 1 to 2 metres wide, forming a neat rounded mound. It is one of the more compact Acacia cognata selections and holds its shape without pruning.

How fast does 'Lime Magik' grow?

It grows at 50 to 70 centimetres per year once established, reaching its mature size within two to three seasons in a warm, free-draining position.

Is 'Lime Magik' frost tolerant?

No. 'Lime Magik' is frost sensitive and may suffer damage in frost. Choose a protected position in cold districts, or grow it in a pot that can be moved under cover through winter.

Can 'Lime Magik' be grown in a pot?

Yes. Its compact mounding habit and weeping foliage make it an excellent pot specimen for courtyards and entries. Use a free-draining mix and avoid letting the pot sit wet.

Is 'Lime Magik' an Australian native?

Yes. Acacia cognata is an Australian native and 'Lime Magik' is a compact cultivar selected for its bright lime foliage and tidy mounding form.

Where should I plant 'Lime Magik' in the garden?

It works best in mass plantings along borders and driveways, as underplanting beneath taller feature trees, or as a single specimen in a pot. Give it full sun for the brightest foliage colour.

Does 'Lime Magik' need pruning?

Very little. A light tip prune after the main growth flush keeps the mound tight, but it holds a rounded shape naturally. Avoid cutting back hard into old wood.

Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

Enriched Planting Mix is a certified organic blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent, bagged in 30L. It is built to be dug through existing garden soil at planting time rather than used on its own, and the gypsum is what sets it apart from a plain compost.

Gypsum helps break up heavy clay so water and roots can move through it, while the compost and manure return organic matter and nutrient to tired ground. The coarse bark holds structure and keeps air around the root zone, and the wetting agent keeps moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering.

Use it when planting trees, shrubs, roses, fruit trees and exotic garden plants, particularly into clay. Dig a hole twice the width of the pot and 7 centimetres deeper, then mix roughly one third planting mix through the excavated soil. Spread 7 centimetres of that improved soil in the base before setting the plant in.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Enriched Planting Mix

What is Enriched Planting Mix made from?

It is a blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent. Each part has a job. The compost and manure supply organic matter and nutrient, the gypsum works on clay structure, the bark keeps air around the roots and the wetting agent holds moisture in the soil.

What plants is it suitable for?

It suits exotic garden plants, including roses, ornamental and deciduous trees, fruit trees, shrubs and perennials, and it earns its keep most on heavy clay sites. It is a planting mix rather than a potting mix, so its job is improving soil at planting time. Phosphorus sensitive natives are the one clear exception.

Is it safe for natives?

No, not for the phosphorus sensitive ones. The composted animal manure in this blend lifts phosphorus well above what Proteaceae such as Banksia, Grevillea, Hakea and Protea will tolerate, and the result can be leaf burn, dieback and plant death. Use the Native Potting Mix for those species, or plant them into unimproved local soil.

Is it certified organic?

Yes. It is a certified organic product with no chemical additives, which is why the manure and compost in it are fully composted rather than raw. That makes it sound around fruit trees and vegetable beds, and it means you are adding genuine organic matter to your soil rather than a synthetic conditioner.

How much do I need?

Work on roughly one third planting mix to two thirds of the soil you dug out of the hole. For a shrub out of a 200 millimetre pot that is only a few litres. An advanced tree going into a large hole will take considerably more. Judge the quantity by the volume of the hole rather than the size of the plant.

Can I use it in pots?

It is not a potting mix and should not be used on its own in a container. The blend is designed to be diluted through garden soil, and used straight in a pot it holds too much water and settles badly. For containers, reach for a premium potting mix, or the native mix if you are potting natives.

Does it need to be watered in?

Yes. Water the plant well several hours before you plant it, then water thoroughly again once the hole is backfilled and the soil firmed down. That first deep watering settles the improved soil around the root ball and drives out air pockets. Keep the water up over the first few months while the roots establish.

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Uses in my Garden

Feature Tree
Shrubs
Underplanting

Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' works in an:

Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Is Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' Evergreen or Deciduous?

Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 1m to 2m

Mature Width: 1m to 2m

Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' is expected to grow 50cm to 70cm per year.

Growth Rate of Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik'

Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' is expected to grow 50cm to 70cm per year.

They are considered to have a:

Fast Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik'

Is Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' frost tolerant?

Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' is Frost Sensitive – May suffer damage from frost, best in frost-free or protected spots.

Does Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' Flower?

Acacia cognata ‘Lime Magik’ produces small cream to pale-yellow globular flowers through late winter and spring. While subtle, the blooms sit along the fine weeping foliage, adding a gentle seasonal highlight to its vibrant lime-green form.

Does Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Winter
Spring

Flower Type:

Fluffy

Flower Colour:

Yellow

Is Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' an Australian Native Tree?

Yes

Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' is Native to Native to south-eastern Australia, where Acacia cognata grows naturally in dry sclerophyll forests. ‘Lime Magik’ is a selected cultivar bred for its vibrant foliage colour and weeping style.

What is the Wildlife Value of Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' ?

Its dense, cascading foliage provides excellent shelter for small birds, while its pollen-rich flowers support native bees, hoverflies and other beneficial insects that contribute to a healthy and diverse garden ecosystem.

How much Sunlight does Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' need?

Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preferred Soil?

Acacia cognata ‘Lime Magik’ performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils with reliable drainage. It tolerates neutral to slightly acidic soils but can struggle in heavy clay or waterlogged areas unless improved with organic matter. Ensure soil remains evenly moist during establishment, then reduce watering as the tree matures and develops stronger drought resilience.

Is Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' Drought Tolerant?

Is Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it benefits from regular watering, but once established Acacia cognata ‘Lime Magik’ shows good drought tolerance. It performs reliably in dry conditions and maintains its colour and weeping habit with minimal supplementary watering.

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How To Plant Your Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik'

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik'

Hedging and screening: 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen, or 80 centimetres apart for a tighter formal hedge.

Feature tree: 3 to 4 metres apart to allow the full canopy and form to develop.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' is expected to grow 50cm to 70cm per year.

Fast Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik'

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, this is drought tolerant and only needs a deep soak during extended dry periods.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Tip prune in late winter and again in summer to build dense growth. For a formal hedge, light shaping two to three times a year keeps lines crisp.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release native blend in early spring and again in autumn. Avoid high-phosphorus formulations as a precaution.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional inspection in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' in Different Soil

Acacia cognata performs best in well-drained sandy loam or loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is improved with organic matter.

Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch well to maintain consistent moisture.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost before planting.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

pH: Slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter to maintain levels naturally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is this plant suitable for hedging or screening?
A. Yes, it works well as an informal screen if planted 1 – 1.5 m apart, although it is more commonly used as a feature plant due to its weeping foliage.

Q. How fast does Acacia cognata 'Lime Magik' grow?
A. It grows approximately 50–70 cm per year under ideal conditions.

Q. Is it drought-tolerant?
A. Yes, once established it handles dry periods well, though occasional watering is recommended in extended dry spells.

Q. What makes this plant visually appealing?
A. Its fine-textured, pendulous lime-green foliage creates soft movement and colour throughout the year.

Q. Can I grow this in a pot or container?
A. Yes, it performs well in large pots or containers, especially in courtyard or balcony gardens.

Q. Does it tolerate frost?
A. It tolerates light frost once established but may need protection in colder zones.