Ornamental medium shrub 6-12' with bright yellow terminal flowers in summer. Prefers well-drained light to medium soils in full sun position. Frost and drought tolerant once established. Suitable coastal or inland and can be grown as a hedge or windbreak. Tolerates alkaline soils. Excellent cut flower.
Biological Name: Banksia sceptrum
Common Name: Sceptre Banksia
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Time: Summer
Height: 6-12'
Width: Variable
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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'.