Acacia Cognata ‘Waterfall’™ Standard (River Wattle)
Acacia Cognata ‘Waterfall’™ Standard (River Wattle)
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Acacia Cognata ‘Waterfall’™ Standard (River Wattle) is a graceful feature plant with soft, weeping foliage that creates a beautiful cascading effect. Its fine, lime-green leaves flow elegantly from a trained standard form, making it an eye-catching choice for entrances, courtyards, patios, formal gardens, and decorative containers. The gentle movement of the foliage adds texture and softness to the landscape while maintaining a clean, structured appearance.
Hardy, low-maintenance, and naturally attractive, Acacia Cognata ‘Waterfall’™ Standard is ideal for customers wanting a stylish Australian native with year-round appeal. Once established, it is tolerant of dry conditions and performs best in a sunny to partly shaded position with well-drained soil. Its compact standard form makes it perfect for adding height, shape, and elegance to garden designs without taking up too much space.
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Mature height
Approximately 1.5–3m, depending on graft height and growing conditions
Mature width
Approximately 1.5–2.5m
Spacing
Plant 1.5–2m apart for feature planting, or allow extra room for canopy spread
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Soft lime-green to mid-green weeping foliage with small yellow to creamy-yellow flowers
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Late winter to spring
Sun tolerance
Full sun to part shade
Maintenance
Low maintenance once established. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce watering. Light pruning may be done after flowering to maintain shape and remove any growth below the graft. Avoid heavy pruning into old wood.
Root System
Grafted standard with a moderate root system. Best suited to well-drained soil and suitable for garden beds, courtyards, and large containers.