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Australian Native Plants, located in Ventura, CA, is a leader in ornamental trees and shrubs for Mediterranean gardens. Shop the online store or come visit us (by appointment only).
Banksia laevigata

Description

Ornamental medium bushy shrub with grey-green leaves and round bright yellow flowers. Tolerant of frost and extended dry periods once established. Prefers well-drained light to heavy soils in full or partial sun. Grows well on the coast and is wind tolerant. Attracts birds.

Details

Biological Name: Banksia laevigata
Common Name:
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 to poorly drained soils
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Time: Summer
Height: 6-8'
Width: 6' Approx
See also...
Shrub
Availability ...
1 Gallon: backordered
2 Gallon: not available
5 Gallon: not available
15 Gallon: not available
Mail Order Plant (online only): backordered
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?

Hardenbergia, Acacia, Senna and Casuarinas have nitrogen-fixing nodules on their root systems to help provide nitrogen for other plants close to them?

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