Position
Full sun to semi shade for best growth and cascading habit.
Acacia Bower Wattle Waterfall - Acacia cognata Waterfall
A dramatic Australian native shrub with cascading, pendulous foliage, creating a soft, flowing form for both small and large landscapes.
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Quick Facts
Size
Grows approximately 2-4m tall and wide with a dense, pendulous, spreading habit.
Water
Low water requirements once established, with occasional watering during extended dry periods
Uses
Feature planting, groundcover, erosion control, mass planting, containers, and native landscapes
Description
Acacia cognata Waterfall is a visually striking Australian native shrub known for its cascading, pendulous foliage and elegant form. It drapes beautifully over walls, embankments, and creek edges, creating movement and softness in the landscape. Highly adaptable and low maintenance, this variety performs well in both residential gardens and larger landscape projects, including use as a standard feature at entrances or as a flowing groundcover.
Key Features:
Growing & Care Guide
- Soil: Adaptable to most soil types provided drainage is good.
- Light: Performs best in full sun but tolerates light shade.
- Watering: Water during establishment, then only during prolonged dry periods.
- Fertiliser: Apply a low phosphorus slow release fertiliser suitable for native plants.
- Maintenance: Light pruning of tips only to maintain a clean, flowing form.
- Flowering: Yellow fluffy ball flowers in spring.
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Acacia Bower Wattle Waterfall - Acacia cognata Waterfall
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