Hakea laurina
PINCUSHION HAKEA
Proteaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen tree

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to dry between watering

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
6m
Plant habit
 
4m

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Pruning: Retain only one main trunk. Tip prune young plants after flowering.

Fertilising: Only use low phosphorus fertiliser according to manufacturer's directions.

 
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Hakea laurina
PINCUSHION HAKEA
Proteaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen tree

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to dry between watering

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
6m
Plant habit
 
4m

FEATURES

Flowers: crimson & cream

Flowering Time: mid autumn to mid winter


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean & bush designs

Uses: informal screen, shade tree

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

Animals: bird attracting






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