Banksia Baurii Or Possum Banksia 4 L Pot

Name: Banksia Baurii Or Possum Banksia 4 L Pot
Price: 30.0 AUD
Availability: InStock

AU$30.00

Price incl. GST (10%) AU$2.73

In stock: 4 available

Product Details

Banksia baurii

Common name: Possum Banksia / Baurii Banksia

Main features

Compact Australian native shrub with attractive, dense foliage.
Produces distinctive large, rounded golden-yellow flower heads.
Excellent nectar source for bees, birds and other pollinators.
Evergreen and well suited to Australian native gardens.
Works well as a feature plant, low informal screen or wildlife garden plant.

Approximate size

Height: 1–2 m
Width: 1–2 m

Growing in Perth

Banksia baurii generally performs well in Perth’s Mediterranean climate when planted in a free-draining, slightly acidic soil.

☀️ Position: Full sun to light shade; best flowering in plenty of sun.
🌱 Soil: Very well-drained soil is essential. Avoid waterlogged areas.
💧 Water: Water regularly while establishing; once established, it becomes relatively drought tolerant.
🌿 Fertiliser: Use a low-phosphorus native fertiliser sparingly. Avoid high-phosphorus fertilisers.
✂️ Pruning: Light pruning after flowering helps maintain a compact shape.

Landscaping importance

Banksia baurii is particularly useful for native and water-wise Perth gardens. Its unusual flowers provide strong visual interest while supporting local wildlife. It can be used in native borders, cottage gardens, feature planting, wildlife gardens and low-maintenance landscapes.

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