Most wattles are quick growing, short-lived plants that will usually last for about seven to 12 years. Some species however are longer lived.

How often does wattle flower?

Up to a third of Australia’s 960 species of wattle will flower in winter. This winter blooming means that somewhere in Australia, no matter what time of year, a wattle is flowering, because they also flower in spring, summer and autumn.

How long does wattle take to grow?

The pods with ripe seed will be on the plant about three to three to six months after flowering. However, the time to maturity can vary significantly between species. The best sign that the seed is ripe is when seedpods dry up and turn brown.