Hakea petiolaris
SEA URCHIN HAKEA
Proteaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

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

Tolerances: light frost
5m
Plant habit
 
3m

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

 
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Hakea petiolaris
SEA URCHIN HAKEA
Proteaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

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

Tolerances: light frost
5m
Plant habit
 
3m

FEATURES

Flowers: pink & cream

Flowering Time: mid autumn to early winter

Leaves: blue-grey

Ornamental Fruit: beaked woody


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, oriental, contemporary, dry style, coastal, cottage & bush designs

Uses: informal screen, border, shade tree, windbreak

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

Animals: nectar






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