{"product_id":"lightwood-acacia-implexa","title":"Lightwood - Acacia implexa","description":"\u003ch3\u003eLightwood Acacia \u003cem\u003eAcacia implexa\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA fast-establishing native with genuine presence, \u003cem\u003eAcacia implexa\u003c\/em\u003e delivers structure, screening, and canopy where it's needed immediately. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance once established, it performs in demanding conditions without compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Lightwood\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRapid canopy formation\u003c\/strong\u003e: establishes quickly, delivering screening and shade without the years of wait associated with slower natives.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrought resilience\u003c\/strong\u003e: once established, highly tolerant of dry conditions, making it well-suited to Australian climates with minimal irrigation requirements.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear-round foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e: evergreen phyllodes provide consistent coverage and visual density across all seasons.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCream-yellow flowering\u003c\/strong\u003e: produces delicate, fragrant flower spikes that add seasonal interest without overwhelming the broader planting scheme.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEcological value\u003c\/strong\u003e: supports local fauna and integrates naturally into native and bushland-style landscapes.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScreening and privacy\u003c\/strong\u003e: effective as a fast-growing buffer along boundaries, road corridors, or neighbouring structures.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBushland restoration\u003c\/strong\u003e: a credible choice for large-scale revegetation and naturalistic planting on rural or semi-rural properties.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWindbreak planting\u003c\/strong\u003e: structural enough to serve as a first line of protection in exposed or high-wind landscapes.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative feature planting\u003c\/strong\u003e: works as a mid-to-large canopy specimen within curated native or mixed planting schemes on prestige properties.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecimen \u0026amp; Installation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing (screening\/hedge):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5m\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing (feature\/avenue):\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–10m\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Autumn to spring, avoiding peak summer heat\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil \u0026amp; Drainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates a wide range of soils including clay, loam and sandy soils; prefers well-drained to moderately drained conditions but is reasonably drought tolerant once established\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstablishment Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply once or twice a week for the first 6–12 months until established, then reduce to occasional deep watering during dry periods. Apply a layer of mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, keeping it clear of the trunk.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–15m\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–8m\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative to:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eastern Australia\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cream to pale yellow\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Direct","offers":[{"title":"100L","offer_id":51940379033886,"sku":"ND-475-100L","price":639.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/2536\/8862\/files\/lightwood-acacia-implexa.jpg?v=1781231000","url":"https:\/\/nurserydirect.com.au\/products\/lightwood-acacia-implexa","provider":"Nursery Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}