Trees
Sweet Acacia
Vachellia farnesiana
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This tree features sweet-scented flowers that provide good winter color. May be sold as Acacia smallii or A. minuta. Also try A. schaffneri. Note: previously classified as A. farnesiana.
The Basics
Type: TreesSun: Full SunHardiness: 10°FWater: LowNative To: Southern U.S. into South AmericaGrowth
Growth Rate: ModerateMature Height: 20'Mature Width: 20'Mature Form: Vase-shapedFoliage
EvergreenColor: Medium greenTexture: FineWildlife
Flowers
Flower Color: YellowSeason: Winter, SpringComments
Litter: ModerateThorns: SmallIrritation: None![](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwebcms.amwua.org%2Fmedia%2F1568334895e8045ce2449c.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Photo By: Dave Seibert
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Photo By: Dave Seibert