Banksia integrifolia - Coast banksia
- Mature size: 5-15m tall x 3-6m wide depending on climate.
- Recommended spacing: 2m+ apart
- Ideal growing conditions: Full sun/part shade.
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Growth rate: Slow-Moderate.
Uses:
Large pot plant, native garden, garden filler, mass plantings, lining driveways, feature tree, street tree, coastal gardens, erosion control/bank stability, revegetation.
Noteworthy:
Australian Native, hardy evergreen, low maintenance, attracts birds and other pollinators, decorative fruit/seed pods.
Tolerant:
Pruning, coastal conditions, wind, drought and light frost once established, adaptable to a wide range of soil types.
Colour/Growth form:
Dark green leaves with a silver-white underside, nectar-rich yellow flower spike from Autumn to Spring.
What is the Coastal Banksia?
Banksia integrifolia, commonly known as Coast Banksia, is a hardy Australian native that grows 5-15m tall and 3-6m wide, depending on the climate. This low-maintenance evergreen thrives in full sun to part shade and is adaptable to various soil types. It's perfect for coastal gardens, erosion control, re-vegetation, street trees and mass plantings. Tolerant of wind, drought, light frost, and coastal conditions. Banksia integrifolia offers beauty and resilience, attracting birds and pollinators with its nectar-rich yellow flowers from autumn to spring.
