Cape Leeuwin Wattle/Brush Acacia (Paraserianthes lophantha) - Seeds - A fast-growing dream for your garden.
€3,40
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Cape Leeuwin Wattle/Brush Acacia (Paraserianthes lophantha) - Seeds - A fast-growing dream for your garden.
€3,40
Pickup available at Bei der Kirche 3
Usually ready in 24 hours
The Cape Leeuwin Acacia, formerly Albizia lophantha, is an extremely fast-growing shrub or small tree from southwestern Australia. It captivates with its elegant, finely pinnate foliage. However, the absolute highlight is the dense, cylindrical flower spikes, reminiscent of bright yellow bottle brushes, emitting a delicate fragrance. A fantastic, exotic ornamental plant for the conservatory or sunny patio.
Scope of delivery: 10 seeds each
Personal experiences and successes
The Cape Leeuwin Acacia is not only botanically fascinating but also a true gardener's dream. I admire its elegant, delicate leaves again and again. Particularly noteworthy is its enormous vigor: it bloomed for me in the second year after sowing. An absolute dream! This rapid success makes it a favorite for anyone who doesn't want to wait long for exotic flowers.
Sowing at a glance
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Preparation: Pour hot (not boiling!) water over the seeds and let them soak for 24 hours until they visibly increase in volume.
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Sowing depth: plant approximately 1 cm deep into the substrate.
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Germination temperature: Constant 20 to 25 degrees Celsius.
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Germination time: Usually 1 to 3 weeks under good conditions.
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Substrate: Use very well-draining potting soil (mixed with perlite or sand). Keep slightly moist, but never wet.
Growth habit and location
The plant needs a fully sunny, warm, and sheltered spot. The soil should be very well-draining. It tolerates drought well but absolutely cannot stand waterlogging.
Container cultivation and overwintering
Since the Cape Leeuwin Acacia is not winter-hardy and can only tolerate light frosts down to -5 degrees Celsius for a short period, it is cultivated in pots here. Water regularly in summer, ensuring no waterlogging. Overwintering must be in a bright, frost-free location at about 5 to 10 degrees Celsius. Drastically reduce watering in winter. Pruning after flowering keeps the vigorous plant beautifully compact.
Origin
It is originally native to Cape Leeuwin in the far southwest of Australia, where it preferably grows in coastal areas.
Return policy
My goal is for every customer to be completely satisfied with their purchase. If this is not the case, please let me know and I will do my best to find a solution with you.
A 14-day return policy applies.
Shipping
I will ship your order as soon as possible. Once your order has been dispatched, you will receive an email with further information. Delivery times vary depending on your location.
Seeds: 1-3 business days
Plants: 2-5 business days
Please note the availability date for items that are available for pre-order.
General Safety Instructions
In general, all plants and seeds in my shop are not suitable for consumption. Without exception, all items are not sold as food.
Naturally, this does not apply to fruit and vegetables that are harvested by the customer after successful cultivation.
Some plants and seeds contain toxins. Keep out of reach of children and animals.