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ACACIA baileyana 'Purpurea'
Commonly known as Cootamundra wattle, Golden mimosa

Foliage tinged violet and purple
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Pests & Diseases
Red spider mites under glass. -
Place of origin
Australia (New South Wales). -
EvergreenFern-like 2-pinnate leaves to 5cm (2in) long, composed of 16-40 tiny, linear leaflets.
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Yellow
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RacemesDense, axillary racemes 7-10cm (2¾-4in) long
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Australian / New Zealand
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Purple
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Bipinnate
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Height
5-8m (15-25ft) -
Spread
3-6m (10-20ft) -
Tall ShrubSmall tree or large shrub with spreading, dense branches. Produces spherical flower heads 5mm (¼in) across
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Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Will grow outside in milder locations
This could include plants which would survive happily in a greenhouse or conservatory if not in a mild location. If you have a sheltered spot in your garden then it may do well here. -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Neutral to acid soil
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Full sun
Sheltered site. -
Rounded to broadly spreading
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Mature Size5-8m (15-25ft)
3-6m (10-20ft)
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