Excellent ornamental species for hot dry areas. Hardy to drought and moderate (25F) frost. Heavy frost damages young growth. Excellent for windbreaks, screening, street tree and cut flower. Great bird attractor.
Biological Name: Hakea petiolaris
Common Name: Sea Urchin Hakea
Flower Color: Pink & Cream
Flower Time: Fall-Winter-Spring
Height: 8-18'
Width: Variable
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1 Gallon: $20.00
2 Gallon: not available
5 Gallon: $45.00
15 Gallon: backordered
Mail Order Plant (online only): $50.00
Seeds (online only): not available
Propagation Information: No pre-treatment required. Seed germinates readily 3-12 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'.