Golden Wreath Wattle Removal (Acacia Saligna)
This page contains information about Golden Wreath Wattle removal and pruning. For more information about tree removal and pruning, check out our Tree Removal & Pruning Guide . Golden Wreath Wattle (botanical name Acacia Saligna) is a medium sized tree or shrub that is native to Western Australia. It was introduced to NSW in the late 1950’s for stabilising soil and dune rehabilitation, due to its extensive vertical and horizontal root system. And also introduced as a garden ornamental tree. It has naturalised in many areas, and is now considered a weed in NSW, outcompeting many native species, and threatening wildlife habitat. Tree Characteristics Fast growing tree or shrub up to 10m tall and with a broad canopy up to 6m wide. Bright yellow ball flowers in clusters of 25-55, which blossom in late winter and spring, then develop into smooth brown pods. Leathery leaves with a prominent mid-vein, 7-30cm long and 4-20mm wide. Bark is brownish-grey, smooth or finely fissured...