Hakea laurina – Pincushion Hakea
Common name: Pincushion Hakea
Botanical name: Hakea laurina
Family: Proteaceae
Origin: Western Australia
Plant type: Evergreen Australian native tree or large shrub.
Hakea laurina is one of Western Australia's most beautiful native flowering trees. It is famous for its round, pincushion-shaped flowers with deep pink to red centres and creamy white tips.
Its attractive flowers, elegant foliage and graceful growth make it a wonderful feature tree for Perth gardens.
Main features
Height: Approximately 4–6 metres.
Width: Approximately 3–5 metres.
Flowers: Distinctive round pink, red and cream pincushion flowers.
Flowering season: Mainly autumn and winter.
Foliage: Attractive green, elongated leaves.
Growth habit: Upright, rounded and spreading.
Evergreen: Provides year-round garden interest.
Origin: Native to Western Australia.
Wildlife: Flowers attract nectar-feeding birds and insects.
Care and maintenance in Perth
Sunlight: Prefers full sun for the best flowering. Can tolerate light part shade.
Soil: Well-drained sandy or sandy-loam soil. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Watering:
Water regularly during establishment.
Water deeply during prolonged summer heat.
Once established, it is drought tolerant.
Avoid overwatering.
Fertilising:
Use a low-phosphorus native fertiliser if needed.
Avoid regular applications of high-phosphorus fertilisers, as Proteaceae plants can be sensitive to phosphorus.
Pruning:
Lightly prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.
Remove dead or damaged branches.
Avoid cutting back heavily into old, bare wood.
Landscaping importance
Feature tree: Creates a stunning focal point in native gardens.
Screening: Excellent for privacy and garden screening.
Wildlife garden: Flowers attract honeyeaters and other nectar-feeding birds.
Coastal gardens: Suitable for many exposed coastal positions.
Flowering display: Adds beautiful colour during autumn and winter.
Cut flowers: Attractive flowers can be used in floral arrangements.
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