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Acacia iteaphylla

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Size: 40cm/45L

40cm/45L

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Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3m to 5m

Mature Width: 3m to 4m

Acacia iteaphylla is expected to grow 0.5m to 1m per year (fast-growing).

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 iteaphylla

Acacia iteaphylla, the Flinders Range Wattle, is a hardy evergreen native shrub with soft grey green phyllodes on gently arching stems and a naturally rounded outline. New growth carries a purple flush, and from late winter it hangs pale lemon ball flowers in short sprays, followed by decorative blue grey seed pods.

It grows in full sun in any soil that drains, including limestone, sand and gravelly ground, and it is at home in Mediterranean, temperate and drier inland climates. Growth is 30 to 60 centimetres a year. Established shrubs are drought hardy and take light to moderate frost, and they hold coastal exposure well.

Use it as an informal screen along a fence line, a low windbreak, a bank stabiliser on dry slopes, or bulk planting in native garden beds. It has a habit of self seeding, so it is best kept away from bushland edges. Where a tough shrub is needed on a hard site, it delivers quickly.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Flinders Range Wattle

What is Acacia iteaphylla?

Acacia iteaphylla is an Australian native wattle from the Flinders Ranges in South Australia, which is where the common name comes from. It forms a rounded evergreen shrub with arching branches, soft grey green foliage and pale yellow ball flowers in winter and spring. It is widely planted for screening, revegetation and dry garden borders.

How big does Flinders Range Wattle grow?

It reaches roughly 2 to 4 metres tall and 2 to 3 metres wide, with the taller figures reached on better soils with some moisture. In hard, dry or exposed sites it stays lower and broader. Because the habit is arching rather than upright, allow the full width when planting near paths or driveways.

Where does it grow best in Australia?

It performs best in Mediterranean and temperate districts across South Australia, Victoria, southern New South Wales and the south of Western Australia, and it does well in drier inland areas too. It handles coastal exposure and alkaline or limestone soils. It is least suited to humid subtropical regions and to heavy soils that stay wet through winter.

How far apart should I plant it for a screen?

Set plants 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen, or about 80 centimetres apart for a tighter, more formal clipped hedge. For an avenue or a row along a fence line, 3 metres gives each shrub room to develop its full arching shape without crowding its neighbours.

Is it drought and frost tolerant?

Both, once established. It comes from a dry inland range and holds condition through long rainless periods with no supplementary water. Light to moderate frost causes no damage on settled plants, though a first winter in a cold district is easier on a young shrub with some shelter. Waterlogged soil is the real weakness.

Is it evergreen or deciduous?

It is evergreen and holds its grey green foliage all year, so screening and windbreak value continue right through winter. The plant also carries interest outside the flowering season through purple tinged new growth and long lasting blue grey seed pods. There is no period where it drops its cover.

How do I care for Flinders Range Wattle?

Water through the first summer only, then let it fend for itself. Avoid phosphorus rich fertiliser. Trim lightly straight after flowering to keep the shrub dense and to cut down on seed set, since it self seeds readily. Do not cut into bare old wood. Remove any seedlings that appear where they are not wanted.

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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Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

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Uses in my Garden

Screening or Privacy
Shrubs
Underplanting
Revegetation or Regeneration

Acacia iteaphylla works in an:

Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
Wildlife Garden – planting to attract birds, bees, and pollinators.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.
Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.

Is Acacia iteaphylla Evergreen or Deciduous?

Acacia iteaphylla is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3m to 5m

Mature Width: 3m to 4m

Acacia iteaphylla is expected to grow 0.5m to 1m per year (fast-growing).

Growth Rate of Acacia iteaphylla

Acacia iteaphylla is expected to grow 0.5m to 1m per year (fast-growing).

They are considered to have a:

Fast Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Acacia iteaphylla

Is Acacia iteaphylla frost tolerant?

Acacia iteaphylla is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Does Acacia iteaphylla Flower?

Acacia iteaphylla produces masses of soft, pale-yellow globular flowers from late winter into spring. The blooms cluster along its slender blue-green foliage, creating a delicate yet abundant seasonal display that brightens the cooler months.

Does Acacia iteaphylla flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Winter
Spring

Flower Type:

Fluffy

Flower Colour:

Yellow

Is Acacia iteaphylla an Australian Native Tree?

Yes

Acacia iteaphylla is Native to Native to the Flinders Ranges and other arid regions of South Australia.

What is the Wildlife Value of Acacia iteaphylla ?

Its dense, arching habit provides excellent cover for small birds, while its pollen-rich flowers attract native bees, hoverflies, beetles and other beneficial insects that help support a healthy and diverse garden ecosystem.

How much Sunlight does Acacia iteaphylla need?

Acacia iteaphylla will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preferred Soil?

Acacia iteaphylla performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and will tolerate slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It can struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained positions unless improved with organic matter to enhance drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then gradually reduce watering as the tree matures and develops strong drought resilience.

Is Acacia iteaphylla Drought Tolerant?

Is Acacia iteaphylla Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it benefits from regular watering, but once established Acacia iteaphylla develops strong drought tolerance. It performs reliably in low-water gardens and remains hardy through extended dry periods with minimal supplementary watering.

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How To Plant Your Acacia iteaphylla

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 iteaphylla

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

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

Acacia iteaphylla is expected to grow 0.5m to 1m per year (fast-growing).

Fast Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Acacia iteaphylla

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 iteaphylla in Different Soil

Acacia iteaphylla 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.