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Honey Bun Wattle or Sticky Wattle - Acacia howittii

Name: Honey Bun Wattle or Sticky Wattle - Acacia howittii
Brand: Plant Nest
SKU: Acacia howittii Honey Bun - 14cm
Price: 15.95 AUD
Availability: InStock

An appealing compact Australian native shrub with a dense, rounded form and soft, aromatic foliage, producing masses of yellow wattle flowers in spring.

$15.95

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14cm

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Quick Facts

Position

Full sun for best growth and flowering performance.

Size

Grows approximately 1-2m tall and 1-2 m wide with a dense, rounded habit.

Water

Low water requirements once established, with occasional watering during extended dry periods

Uses

Low hedging, borders, containers, courtyards, mass planting, native and formal gardens.

Description

Acacia howittii Honey Bun, also known as Sticky Wattle, is a compact native shrub admired for its fine, soft weeping foliage and rounded habit. In spring, it produces masses of golden yellow ball flowers that brighten native and contemporary gardens alike. Hardy, low maintenance, and adaptable, it performs beautifully in Melbourne’s dry and coastal conditions.

Key Features:

Dense, rounded growth habit ideal for low hedging and borders
Soft, aromatic evergreen foliage with attractive texture
Masses of fluffy yellow flowers in spring providing seasonal interest
Fast growing with low maintenance requirements
Performs well in containers, courtyards, and small gardens

Growing & Care Guide

Soil: Adaptable to most soil types provided drainage is good.
Light: Thrives in full sun but tolerates semi shade.
Watering: Keep soil moist during dry periods, particularly while establishing.
Fertiliser: Apply a low phosphorus slow release fertiliser suitable for native plants if required.
Maintenance: Low maintenance; light pruning after flowering if shaping is required.
Flowering: Aromatic, textured soft green foliage fills with masses of fluffy, yellow wattle flowers in spring.

Landscaping Ideas

Acacia howittii Honey Bun is ideal for creating low, informal hedges or neat borders in both native and formal garden settings. It works exceptionally well in containers for courtyards and patios, and can be mass planted to create structure while maintaining a soft, natural look. Its compact size makes it suitable for residential gardens, verges, and commercial landscapes.

Expert Tip

Mulch well and avoid excessive pruning to encourage dense growth and consistent flowering.

FAQ's

Q: Is Acacia Honey Bun suitable for hedging?

A: Yes, it is ideal for low hedges and borders.

Q: Can Honey Bun be grown in pots?

A: Yes, it performs very well in containers and decorative
pots.

Q: Does Acacia Honey Bun tolerate frost?

A: Yes, it has moderate frost tolerance once established.

Why Choose Plant Nest?

At Plant Nest, we make it easy to buy plants online with delivery direct to your door. Every plant is hand-selected for quality, carefully packed, and backed by expert advice so you can grow with confidence.

Plant Nest Honey Bun Wattle or Sticky Wattle - Acacia howittii

$15.95