 | Fast growing, large tree species |
| Excellent shade or shelter tree |
| Good for timber production |
| Low maintenance |
| Useful for erosion control |
| Long-lived species |
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Acacia melanoxylon Blackwood |
Blackwood is a large tree to about 60' and features pale, cream, ball-shaped flowers in spring. The leaves are long and a deep, olive green color. It is a hardy shade or shelter tree and provides good cabinet timber. Widely distributed throughout Australia in Queensland, New South Wales, ACT, Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania. Somewhat frost resistant.
| Temperature Rating | USDA Zone 8 |
| Type | Large tree to 60' |
| Flower Color | Cream, ball shaped |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Placement | Sun |
| Culture | 20" minimum annual rainfall |
| Native | Queensland, New South Wales, ACT, Victoria, South Australia |
| Family | Mimosaceae |
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