Acacia subulata, commonly known as Awl-Leaf Wattle, is an evergreen shrub native to the sclerophyll forests and woodland areas of New South Wales, Australia. It typically grows to a height of 1 to 4 meters and features narrow phyllodes that are 6 to 14 cm long and 0.8 to 1.5 mm wide, which are straight or slightly curved. The plant is notable for its bright yellow, globular flowerheads that appear in racemes of 3 to 11 in the phyllode axils, mainly from June to December, with the potential to flower up to three times a year. These flowers are followed by straight or slightly curved seed pods measuring 4 to 18 cm long and 4 to 8 mm wide.

Awl-Leaf Wattle is valued for its vibrant yellow flowers and ability to bloom multiple times a year, adding color to gardens and landscapes. It is often used in ornamental plantings, as a screen or hedge, and in xeriscaping due to its low water needs. The plant thrives in full sun and requires well-drained soils, making it suitable for areas with dry conditions. While it is drought-tolerant, it can also adapt to occasional watering, which may encourage more prolific flowering. Gardeners should be aware that, like many Acacias, it may have a limited lifespan of 10-15 years and can be prone to root rot if overwatered.CC BY-SA 4.0