Coast Wattle - Acacia retinodes var. uncifolia (Wirilda) seeds

Wirilda (Acacia retinodes var. uncifolia)
A versatile evergreen tree with culinary, ecological, and ornamental value.

Quick Facts

• Height & Spread: Grows up to 6 meters tall.
• Flowers: Cream-yellow, ball-shaped blooms in winter and spring.
• Seed Pods: Long pods up to 18 cm, seeds typically collected in January–March.
• Soil: Adapts to clay soils and tolerates poor drainage.
• Position: Thrives in part to full sun.
• Habitat: Coastal dunes of South Australia, Victoria, and Tasmania.

Why Grow Wirilda?

Wirilda is a hardy and attractive addition to coastal and inland gardens. Its ability to thrive in poor soils, attract wildlife, and provide edible seeds makes it a valuable choice for diverse landscaping needs.

Bush Food Note

The seeds of Wirilda are a delicious and versatile bush food:

• Preparation:
  • Seeds are roasted and ground for use in various recipes.
• Culinary Uses:
  • Adds nutty, earthy flavors to baked goods, desserts, and beverages.
  • Particularly tasty as a coffee substitute or in savory dishes.

How to Grow

1. Sowing Instructions:

   • Use scarified seeds or pre-treat seeds with boiling water.
   • Soak seeds for several hours or overnight before planting.

2. Position:

   • Plant in a sunny or partially shaded spot.
   • Adapts well to clay soils and tolerates poor drainage.

3. Care Tips:

   • Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature.
   • Prune lightly to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth.
   • Mulch around the base to conserve soil moisture.

Uses in Your Garden

• Bush Food Garden: Harvest seeds for roasting and grinding into versatile flour.
• Ecological Benefits: Attracts birds, butterflies, and insects to the garden.
• Ornamental Value: Cream-yellow flowers provide seasonal beauty.
• Coastal Landscaping: Ideal for coastal dunes and poor-soil conditions.

Germination Tips

• Pre-treatment: Scarify seeds or treat with boiling water for improved germination.
• Planting Depth: Sow seeds just below the soil surface.
• Timeframe: Germination typically occurs within a few weeks under suitable conditions.

Order Now

Enhance your garden with the resilient and versatile Wirilda. Its delicious seeds, wildlife-attracting flowers, and adaptability to challenging soils make it an essential addition to any landscape.

Order your Wirilda seeds today and grow a tree that connects you to Australia’s rich botanical heritage!