Australian Native Plants Nursery

Leader in ornamental trees and shrubs for Mediterranean gardens

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Australian Native Plants Nursery, located in Ventura, CA, is a leader in ornamental trees and shrubs for Mediterranean gardens. Shop the online store or come visit the nursery in person.
Banksia petiolaris

Description

Spreading prostrate shrub with horizontal branches and long narrow serrated leaves up to 10". Large mustard yellow flower heads. Well-drained soils in full or partial sun. Tolerates extended dry periods, frost and temporary wet conditions. Useful embankment and erosion control. Unusual container plant.

Details

Biological Name: Banksia petiolaris
Common Name: None
Family: Proteaceae
Origin: Mediterranean Climate
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Irrigation: Drought tolerant once established
Frost: Moderately Frost Tolerant 25F (-4C)
Soil: Well-drained
Flower Color: Green-Mustard Yellow
Flower Time: Winter-spring
Height: 1'
Width: 3-6' Variable
See also...
Ground Cover
Availability ...
1 Gallon: $18.00
2 Gallon: not available
5 Gallon: not available
15 Gallon: not available
Mail Order Plant (online only): $42.00add to cart
Seeds (online only): not available
Propagation Information: No pre-treatment required. Seed germinates readily 4-12 weeks. Sow seed in mix 3:1 Perlite:Peat and cover the depth of the seed. Keep moist until germination occurs. Best to sow in individual containers to prevent damage to the root system when transplanting. Drench seed with a fungicide after sowing to prevent "Damping Off'.

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Did you know?

Lomandras are excellent for extracting phosphorous out of your soils? Good landscape shrub for planting with grevilleas and banksias. We have several new introductions.

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