- Acacia baileyana Purpurea
- Small tree or shrub
- winter flowering
- masses of bright yellow flowers
Acacia baileyana Purpurea is an evergreen tree / large shrub fabulous deep purple feathery foliage which contrasts beautifully with the acid yellow flowers produced in late winter / early spring. Compact habit, protect from winter winds. Foliage colour is most intense in full sun. AGM
Acacia baileyana Purpurea prefers a free draining soil, best grown in full sun, in colder areas of the UK may require some protection from cold winter winds. Grows well in a border or as a patio specimen
Genus: Acacia
Variety: baileyana ‘Purpurea’
Category: Shrub
Height & Spread: 2 x 3m
Flower Colour: Yellow
Foliage: Evergreen
Soil Type: Acid to neutral moist but well drained
Aspect: full sun sheltered from cold winter winds
Season of Interest: Spring
Colours and sizes are approximate and are intended as a guideline and may vary according to local conditions