Acacia, Wattle tree

Acacia – Versatile & Resilient Natives for Brisbane Gardens

Acacias, commonly known as wattles, are one of Australia’s most diverse and iconic plant groups, ranging from compact shrubs to striking small trees. Hardy, fast-growing, and adaptable, Acacias thrive in Brisbane’s subtropical climate, making them ideal for screening, habitat gardens, or stunning seasonal displays.

With nitrogen-fixing roots, they improve soil health while supporting biodiversity by attracting pollinators and native wildlife. Whether you’re after a compact feature shrub or a shade-giving tree, there’s an Acacia to suit every garden.

Top Acacias for Brisbane Gardens:

+ Acacia fimbriata (Brisbane Wattle) – 4–7m
A lush, fast-growing small tree with soft, feathery foliage and bright yellow flowers. Perfect for screening, hedging, or as a habitat tree for birds.

+ Acacia podalyriifolia (Mount Morgan, Pearl Wattle) – 3–6m
Known for its silvery-blue foliage and showy golden flower clusters, this stunning wattle adds year-round interest and is highly drought-tolerant once established.

+ Acacia baileyana ‘Purpurea’ (Purple-Leaf Cootamundra Wattle) – 3–6m
A striking small tree with beautiful purple-tinged foliage that contrasts with its vibrant yellow flowers in late winter. A standout ornamental for any native garden.

+ Acacia 'Sterling Silver' – 3–5m
A compact, decorative wattle with soft, silvery foliage and bright yellow blooms. A great choice for small gardens or as a feature plant.

+ Acacia sophorae (Coastal Wattle) – 2–3m
A tough, spreading shrub ideal for coastal and sandy soils. Provides great habitat for wildlife and makes a fantastic low windbreak.

+ Acacia boormanii (Snowy River Wattle) – 3–5m
A hardy, upright wattle with fine, blue-green foliage and masses of soft yellow flowers in early spring. Tolerates frost and dry conditions, making it perfect for low-maintenance gardens.

+ Acacia cognata (River Wattle) – 1–3m
A graceful, weeping shrub with soft, flowing foliage. Its compact form makes it ideal for garden borders, pots, or as a feature plant. Dwarf cultivars like ‘Limelight’ are popular for their year-round lush green texture.

Key Features:

+ Huge variety of species, from small shrubs to feature trees
+ Nitrogen-fixing roots improve soil health
+ Fast-growing and drought-tolerant once established
+ Attracts pollinators, beneficial insects, and native birds

Care Tips:

+ Full sun to light shade (best flowering in sunny spots)
+ Low water needs once established, but regular watering helps young plants thrive
+ Well-draining soil with occasional pruning to maintain shape

Plant an Acacia in your garden for a low-maintenance, fast-growing native that supports local wildlife and adds a spectacular burst of colour each season!

Brisbane and surrounding suburbs

Due to the nature of perishable products and large heavy items our delivery service requires a little bit more customer service. We are happy to chat about deliveries anytime. Please note additional costs are involved depending on where the delivery address is in Brisbane.

Your product will be delivered by our Brookfield Gardens' Delivery Team.

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Heavier Items

Deliveries by Brookfield Gardens' Delivery Team are Tuesday to Friday between 9am and 3pm. This delivery option is only available for fragile or heavier products. We will contact you to confirm a delivery date and time.

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Australia-wide Products

We are now offering delivery Australia wide on certain products. See our Australia-wide collection here.

Due to the fragile nature of many of our products, we are only able to ship packages up to 10kgs, so that you receive your products in perfect condition. Your products will be shipped by Regular Post with Australia Post, and may incur delays. 

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Sometimes certain sizes or colours can be sold out by commercial or multiple orders. If this happens and we cannot meet the guideline, we will contact you within 24 hours with an updated delivery date and the option of a refund if it does not suit you.

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