Pearl Acacia

Pearl Acacia

15 Gallon
$269.00
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Pearl Acacia

Acacia podalyriifolia

Luminous Pearlescent Silver Foliage • Outstanding Contrast Plant • Excellent for Cut Foliage

$269.00
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We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

Pearl Acacia is a shimmering silver-gray shrub or small tree, celebrated for its stunning, pearl-like foliage that catches the light. Its soft, oval leaves are covered in fine hairs, giving it a luminous, frosted appearance. It’s a tough, drought-tolerant plant that adds sophisticated, cool-toned contrast to the landscape and is excellent for cut foliage.

  • Grown primarily for its breathtaking, silvery-gray, oval foliage that has a soft, velvety texture and a pearlescent sheen.

  • Provides excellent contrast against darker green plants or warm-colored structures. Foliage is highly prized for floral arrangements.

  • Produces complementary bright yellow puffball flowers in late winter to spring.

  • Very drought and heat tolerant, thriving in full sun with good drainage. Can be pruned as a large shrub or small tree.

Knowing how we measure the size?

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

  • A larger gallon size generally means:

    • A more established root system

    • A sturdier plant

    • Faster visual impact after planting

  • Example:

    • 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity

    • 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.


🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Ornamental trees

    • Feature plants

    • Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.

  • Why choose Multi:

    • Fuller, more sculptural appearance

    • Strong visual presence even at younger ages

    • Popular for design-focused landscapes


🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Shade trees

    • Street trees

    • Orchard and structural plantings

  • Why choose Stand:

    • Clean, classic tree form

    • Easier clearance for walkways and lawns

    • Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity


🌿 Choosing the Right Size

  • If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form

  • If you want long-term structure → Stand form

  • If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Quick facts
  • Features:Thick, oval-shaped leaves with smooth margins and striking silver-gray coloration. Produces clusters of golden-yellow spherical flower heads in winter and spring, followed by distinctive flat brown seed pods containing black seeds.
  • Mature Height: 10-20 ft
  • Mature Width: 10-20 ft
  • Growth Rate: Fast
  • Light Needs: Full sun
  • Key Advantages:Year-round visual interest with silver foliage and winter blooms,Excellent shade tree with low-branching, multi-trunk habit,Drought tolerant and pest-resistant,Versatile uses from landscaping to floral arrangements
  • Notable Characteristics:,Rough-textured bark in brown or gray-green tones,Naturally forms a broad, spreading canopy,Exceptional heat and disease resistance
  • Landscape Uses:Specimen shade trees,Mediterranean-style gardens,Drought-tolerant landscapes,Floral design (foliage and flowers)
  • Special Uses:Cut foliage for floral arrangements,Tea flower production,Wedding bouquets
FAQs

Q: Can it be grown as a hedge?A:Yes, it responds very well to pruning and can be maintained as a formal or informal silver hedge or screen. Its color makes it a stunning alternative to typical green hedges.

Browse online or get recommendations

Shop by collection, or message us with photos and measurements of your space for tailored suggestions.

Place your order & schedule delivery

Choose your trees and preferred delivery window. Most Bay Area orders are delivered within about 10 business days, depending on routing and weather.

We deliver carefully to your property

Our drivers are trained to handle living plants, not just boxes. For many trees, we can set them in place near the planting site.

Grow with our ongoing support

You’ll receive basic care guidelines, and you can always reach out if you’re unsure about watering, fertilizing, or pruning.

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