Fabaceae

Small, bushy shrubs 1-3m high. Silver-grey leaves. Short-lived. Flowers are golden-yellow and sweet scented (Jun-Nov).

Variable, occurs in mallee, Currawang, Mulga, Belah-Rosewood, Bimble Box, Red Box and White Cypress Pine communities. Moderately well-drained soil, in full sun. Tolerates drought and frost, although heavy frost may damage tips. Seeds readily. Establishes readily when direct seeded. 

Varieties tend to hybridise. 

Early December to mid March. Monitor closely as seeds shed immediately or 1-2 days after maturity. Propagate from scarified seed. Try boiling or hot water soaking treatment, and dry seed before sowing to prevent rotting. Also from cuttings.

Useful low-level cover in windbreaks. Important component of understorey. Legume, improves soil fertility through fixing nitrogen. Excellent habitat. Ornamental for gardens or as a low hedge. Attractive foliage and abundant flowers. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape (becomes straggly with age) and promote flowering.