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Shoestring Acacia
Acacia stenophylla
A graceful weeping tree with long shoestring-like leaves and excellent drought tolerance, ideal for privacy screening.
AMWUA Notes
Avoid overwatering.
Features
Long pendulous leavesCream puffball flowersGraceful weeping formExtremely drought tolerant
Best Uses
ScreeningShade treeXeriscape focal point
Quick Stats
Water NeedsVery Low (Xeric)
Sun Exposurefull sun
Mature Size30 ft H × 20 ft W
Growth Ratemoderate
Maintenancemoderate
HardinessUSDA 9-11
Bloom SeasonFall-Winter
Bloom ColorCream
Litter Levelmoderate
ThornsNone
Native RegionAustralia
Design Styles
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Data from 2024 AMWUA “Landscape Plants for the Arizona Desert” guide.