Banksia hookeriana
HOOKER'S BANKSIA, ACORN BANKSIA
Proteaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 9b-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to dry between watering

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, acidic to alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
3.5m
Plant habit
 
5m

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

 
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Banksia hookeriana
HOOKER'S BANKSIA, ACORN BANKSIA
Proteaceae

 

Photo coming
  Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 9b-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to dry between watering

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, acidic to alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
3.5m
Plant habit
 
5m

FEATURES

Flowers: orange & white

Flowering Time: early spring, early winter to late winter

Ornamental Fruit: woody pod


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, coastal & bush designs

Uses: informal screen, accents, cut flowers, border, windbreak

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

Animals: bird attracting






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