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Acacia baileyana 'Purpurea'

Purple Cootamundra Wattle

£149.99
£149.99

15 Litre pot

A winter-flushed acacia that lights up the garden with purple foliage and golden blooms when little else is awake.
  • Winter colour interest
  • Early nectar source for pollinators
  • Lightly fragrant flowers
  • Evergreen presence

  • Aspect

    Full sun

  • Hardiness

    Half hardy. Tolerates light frosts once established but dislikes prolonged cold.

  • Flowers

    Winter

  • Soil type

    Loam, sandy loam, chalk

Acacia baileyana &

  • Why we like this plant

    Acacia baileyana 'Purpurea' is ideal for gardeners seeking winter interest without heaviness. Its purple foliage and early flowers lift the garden at a quiet time of year, while its airy form suits both modern and informal designs.

  • About this plant

    An elegant evergreen acacia valued for its finely cut foliage, flushed purple in winter, and its bright yellow, pom-pom flowers that appear in late winter to early spring. It brings colour and lightness when the garden needs it most.

  • Key features

    • Soft, feathery foliage with rich purple winter tones
    • Fragrant yellow flowers in late winter and early spring
    • Evergreen structure with a light, airy canopy
    • Fast growing with architectural appeal

  • Eventual height and
    spread

    Height 600–800cm | Spread: 400–600cm

  • Growth
    habit

    Fast growing evergreen tree with an open, spreading canopy

  • Moisture

    Well-drained

  • Position in
    the Garden

    Sheltered border or wall-side planting

Planting guide

Plant in spring in a sheltered, sunny position. Improve drainage if needed and avoid frost pockets. Water well during establishment but do not allow roots to sit in wet soil.

Care tips

Water regularly in the first year, then sparingly once established. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape. Avoid hard pruning into old wood.

Winter care

Protect young plants from hard frost, especially in exposed sites. Mulch the base in autumn and provide shelter from cold, drying winds. In colder areas, wall planting or fleece protection is advisable.