Banksia Spinulosa 1.4 L Pot
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Banksia spinulosa
Common Name: Hairpin Banksia
Description
Banksia spinulosa is a hardy Australian native shrub admired for its striking golden-yellow flower spikes with contrasting dark red to black styles, giving the flowers a distinctive “hairpin” appearance. It flowers over a long period from autumn through spring, attracting nectar-feeding birds, bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators. Its dense, evergreen foliage makes it an excellent choice for native gardens, wildlife habitats, and low-maintenance landscapes.
Features
● Botanical Name: Banksia spinulosa
● Common Name: Hairpin Banksia
● Plant Type: Evergreen native shrub
● Height: 1–3 metres
● Width: 1–2 metres
● Growth Rate: Moderate
● Flowers: Golden-yellow cylindrical flower spikes with dark styles
● Flowering Season: Mainly autumn to spring
● Foliage: Narrow, dark green leaves with a silvery underside
Landscaping Importance
Banksia spinulosa is one of the most versatile Australian native shrubs for Perth gardens. It is ideal for:
● Native and wildlife gardens
● Informal hedging and screening
● Feature planting
● Coastal landscapes
● Waterwise gardens
● Bird-friendly gardens
● Large containers (compact varieties)
● Revegetation and habitat restoration
Its long flowering period provides a valuable food source for honeyeaters, bees, and native insects.
Care Guide for Perth
Sunlight: Performs best in full sun but will tolerate light shade.
Soil: Prefers well-drained sandy or loamy soils. Avoid heavy clay or waterlogged conditions.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment (first 12 months). Once established, it is drought tolerant and only requires occasional deep watering during prolonged dry periods.
Fertiliser: Use a low-phosphorus fertiliser specifically formulated for Australian native plants. Avoid high-phosphorus fertilisers as Banksias are phosphorus sensitive.
Mulching: Apply organic mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch away from the trunk.
Pruning & Maintenance
● Lightly prune after flowering to maintain a compact shape.
● Remove spent flowers if desired to encourage bushier growth.
● Avoid cutting back into old woody stems with little foliage.
● Inspect occasionally for pests such as scale insects, although problems are generally minimal.
Why Grow Banksia spinulosa?
● Australian native species
● Long flowering season
● Excellent bird and bee attractor
● Drought tolerant once established
● Low maintenance
● Suitable for coastal conditions
● Great for waterwise landscaping
● Attractive year-round foliage
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Banksia Spinulosa 1.4 L Pot
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