PatternBaseFlame Thorn Wattle
Acacia pyracantha, Fabaceae
Zones
8–11
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate
Guild Roles
Nitrogen FixerWindbreakShade ProviderBeneficial Insect Habitat
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (preferred)
Water
Low (established)Moderate (seedling)
Soil pH
6 – 8.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
Uses
Functions
Nitrogen FixationErosion ControlWindbreakLiving FenceBee Forage
Edible Parts
SeedsYoung Pods
Medicinal Uses
Bark For TanningTraditional Antiseptic
Common Questions
What zones does Flame Thorn Wattle grow in?
Flame Thorn Wattle grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.
Is Flame Thorn Wattle a nitrogen fixer?
Yes, Flame Thorn Wattle is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.
What are good companion plants for Flame Thorn Wattle?
Good companions for Flame Thorn Wattle include Bead Bean, Grey-leaved Saucer Berry.
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