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Acacia sophorae

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Also called Acacia longifolia sophorae

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Acacia sophorae
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Fact sheet

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Typetree

from Acacia · “Acacias are fast-growing, drought-tolerant trees and shrubs” — How to Grow Acacia — LizPlants

Days to germination14 days

from Acacia · “It can take anywhere from 2 weeks to several months for the seeds to sprout.” — All About Acacia Plant Seeds: Germination, Storage and Sowing

Germination temperature70–77.5 °F

from Acacia · “Maintain a temperature of around 70-80°F (21-27°C)” — How to Germinate Acacia Seeds: Step-by-Step Instructions - ExploreTree

Lightfull sun

from Acacia · “Sun: Full sun, 6-8 hours daily or more” — How to Grow Acacia — LizPlants

Waterloose, fast-draining soil that supports healthy root spread and reduces stress around the root zone

“Acacia sophorae grows best in loose, fast-draining soil” — acacia (Acacia sophorae) Soil Guide

Soil pH6.5–7

“Slightly acidic (6.5–7.0), Neutral (7.0)” — acacia (Acacia sophorae) Soil Guide

Hardiness zones9-11; some cold-hardy varieties tolerate zone 8

from Acacia · “Thrives in zones 9-11; some cold-hardy varieties tolerate zone 8” — How to Grow Acacia — LizPlants

Spacing95–170.5 in

from Acacia · “Space approximately 6-12 feet apart depending on variety.” — All About Acacia Plant Seeds: Germination, Storage and Sowing

Height42–54 in

from Fabaceae · “Bush beans grow into compact plants about 1 to 2 feet tall” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Propagationseed

from Acacia · “Planting depth: Plant at same depth as nursery container; seeds sown 0.25-0.5 inches deep” — How to Grow Acacia — LizPlants

Transplantspring or early autumn

from Acacia · “The best time to plant Acacia trees is during the spring or early autumn” — Top Pests & Diseases of Acacia Trees: Identification & Care - My Garden

Ready whenBefore the first fall frost

from Acacia · “Before the first fall frost (≈ Nov 8)” — How to Grow Acacia — LizPlants

Edible partsgum arabic, seeds

from Acacia · “Edible gum and seeds” — How to Grow Acacia — LizPlants

IndoorsProvide bright light. Protect from wind.

from Acacia · “Keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Provide bright light. Protect from wind.” — How to Grow Acacia — LizPlants

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