His striking face now appears from the silver acacia wood of the Botanical Garden at the University of Szeged, which caught the eye of our fellow photographer Sandor James during a lecture. The particular looking plant, which others refer to as the mimosa tree, usually blooms near the end of winter, in February, but it appears that not only snowdrops and roses decided to bloom earlier this year, but also the native tree of Tasmania and South Australia.
Acacia, which is also known for its good smell, is winter-resistant up to minus 5 degrees, so it can be grown in Hungary, but care must be taken in winter, that is, covering the base and wrapping the entire plant with woolen fabric. At the same time, they must be removed in a timely manner due to early flowering, and winter protection is not required from the appearance of the first buds.
By the way, not only the silver acacia captivated us, but also Belinda Alexandra, who gave the name of the plant as the title of her dazzling novel. The article, published in 2014, is about the lives of two extraordinary sisters and the world of Australian silent films. According to The Times, Alexandra wrote a modern story about love, respect and family togetherness, which helps us overcome all of life’s hardships.
