Scent is the term used to refer to several species of the botanical genus Acacia, which are characterized by creating authentic spectacles of color in spring. They are one of the first to welcome you to this season, something that will undoubtedly make pollinating insects happy to resume their activity as temperatures become more and more pleasant, since in addition to food, they will be able to enjoy the sweet aroma of its flowers. . All this, without having to worry about its cultivation.
They are plants very appreciative and adaptable They can grow in all types of soils, and in a wide variety of climates, except the coldest. Know the different types of aroma that there are.
Acacia dig
The Acacia dig It is known as aromo criollo or espinillo negro. It is native to Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay and Brazil. It is characterized by having evergreen and pinnate leaves, and flowers that appear distributed in inflorescences in the form of »pom poms».
Grows up to 4-5 metersand it is one of the ones that best supports drought conditions. It is therefore ideal for climates where rainfall is low.
acacia farnesiana
The acacia farnesiana It is native to the south of France, Italy and the north coast of the Mediterranean. It grows to a height of 5 mwith evergreen and pinnate leaves and flowers that also look like pompoms, very fragrant. The only “downside” is that it has two straight white spines up to 8cm at the base of the leaves.
Otherwise, it is a very interesting plant to use as a protection hedgeespecially in those large gardens.
acacia dealbata
The acacia dealbataor Australian scent, is an evergreen tree that reaches a height of 12 m. It is native to Australia and Tasmania, where it grows in arid and very hot places. It is adaptable and a tree that looks great in gardens, whether large or small, since the trunk remains thin throughout its life (30-35cm in diameter).
Of course, you have to know their life expectancy is short: they do not usually exceed 30 years of age.
acacia longifolia
The acacia longifolia is an evergreen tree native to the southeastern coast of Australia. It grows to a height of 10-11 metersand unlike the aromas that we have seen so far, they have lanceolate, dark green leaves. The flowers appear distributed in inflorescences in the shape of a long raceme, 15cm in length.
If you want a rare plant and fast growing, this aroma will not leave you indifferent .
Acacia running
The Acacia running It is a tree or large shrub mainly native to Australia, although you can also find it in Japan, Europe or America. Reaches a height of 10 meterswith pinnate and evergreen leaves of bright green color. The flowers appear distributed in inflorescences of a very striking yellow color.
It is widely used to decorate the streets of all cities with a temperate or warm climate in the world, but also to have a spectacular garden .
acacia melanoxylon
The acacia melanoxylon is very similar to A. longifoliaso much so that it is even native to the same continent: Australia. However, it is a much taller tree, being able to reach the 45m. Its leaves are evergreen, of a very beautiful dark green color.
Of course, it is very adaptable and also grows very fast, which can pose a problem. For this reason, if you would like to have a tree that provides shade as soon as possible, the acacia melanoxylon It can be a very good option, as long as you remove the fruits from the ground.
What type of aroma did you like the most?
