Family Mimosaceae
Originating from Australia

A very fast growing medium sized, evergreen tree with delicate, silvery/green, fern-like foliage and a profusion of scented, pea-sized, golden, bottle-brush-like flowers in late winter/early spring.
The most popular, and hardiest of all the wattles it has an airy, open habit and will flower at a young age. Both foliage and flowers are highly prized by florists. May be grown in a container to restrict growth. Pruning should be carried out in spring, immediately after flowering.
Grow in moist but well-drained, reasonably fertile, neutral to acid soil or compost in sun.

Eventual mature plant size :
Height 8-12m
Spread 2.5-4m