2. Acacia cyanophylla

Common name(s): Beach Acacia, Orange Wattle, Golden Willow, Port Jackson Willow

Plant type: deciduous large shrub
Primary method of propagation: seed
Alternate propagation method(s): seed, cutting

Propagation by Cuttings

Cutting type: stem tip
Time of year to take cuttings: spring
Cutting maturity: softwood
Rooting hormone : IBA TALC 8000 PPM
Rooting environment : intermittent mist
Soil temperature for best rooting : 68-70 degrees F
Time to rooting : 6-8 weeks
Comment: Cutting with heels from vigorous new wood.

Propagation by Seed

Time of year to collect seed: summer
Time of year to sow seed: spring
Seed treatment : scarification
Preferred temperature for germination : 70-75 degrees F
Comment: Soak seeds in warm water overnight. Seeds should be covered with 1/2 inch of soil.