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Willow Acacia

Drought-Tolerant Tree Guide

The Willow Acacia (Acacia salicina) is a drought-tolerant tree well-suited for Southern California landscapes. It thrives in full sun and requires minimal watering once established. Known for its narrow, willow-like leaves and fast growth, it provides light shade and works well in open spaces and low-water landscapes.

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Water Needs

Low (once established)

Height

30-50 feet

Flowers

Spring | Small, yellow blooms

Exposure

Full sun

Canopy Width

20-40 feet

Fruit

Summer | Seed pods

Soil Type

Well-drained soil

Growth Rate

Fast

Pest & Disease

Generally low issues

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Serving North County San Diego Since 1983

We work throughout North County, with experience with mature residential trees, HOA landscapes, and properties near structures, enabling us to provide pruning that improves safety while preserving the tree’s natural form.

ISA Certified Arborists
Paul Rider #WE-1087A & Luke Rider #WE-13812A

Serving Coastal & Inland North County San Diego Since 1983

We work throughout North County, including Encinitas, Carlsbad, Vista, San Marcos, Escondido, Poway, Rancho Penasquitos, and Rancho Bernardo. Our experience with mature residential trees, HOA landscapes, and properties near structures enables us to provide pruning that improves safety while preserving the tree’s natural form.

ISA Certified Arborists
Paul Rider #WE-1087A
Luke Rider #WE-13812A