This is a low growing shrub with a dense habit widely planted in Southern California for bank stabilization and ground cover. Its flowers are vanilla scented. Once this drought tolerant shrub is established, it does not require irrigation. Can be susceptable to soil borne fungi if not properly drained.

Native Range: South Australia

Potential invasiveness: Naturalized in California

Horticultural use: Ground cover

Tree Shape: Prostrate
Foliage Type: Evergreen
Maximum Tree Height: 10 feet
Canopy Width: 10-15feet
Leaf Arrangement and Form: Alternate and Simple
Leaf Shape: Oblanceolate
Leaf Color: Green
Fall Color: No
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Time: Spring
Fruit Size and Color: Small Brown Legume
Fruiting Time: Summer or Fall

Recommended Planting Area: 2′ to 4′
Water Use Rating: Very Low
Sunset Climate Zone: 21 – 24
Soil Texture: Sand or Loam
Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Acidic
Salt Tolerance: High
Schoolyard Trees: No
Shade Tolerance: No

Wildlife Interactions: Attracts
Disease and Pest Susceptibility: Root Fungus and Scale
Disease and Pest Resistance: Armillaria and Root Rot
Utility Friendly: No