Banksia caleyi – Red Lantern Banksia

The scarlet flower heads on a dense, bushy shrub are the key features of this useful banksia. Use it as a feature shrub, especially near the coast. It is a very low maintenance plant. Like all banksias, it is phosphorus sensitive, so a good native fertiliser is best when it comes to feeding time.

Plant Information

Plant Type - Small shrub, Large shrub
Common Name - Banksia
Scientific Name - Banksia caleyi
Family - Proteaceae
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Minimum Height - 2
Maximum Height - 4
Minimum Width - 2
Maximum Width - 5
Flower Colour - Cream, Yellow, Red
Flowering Time - Spring, Summer
pH Level - Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type - Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Saline, Poor soil
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Coastal garden, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean
Light - Sunny, Light shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Spreading
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Soil Moisture - Well-drained
Propagation Method - Seed
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Screen, Windbreak
Special Uses - Cut flower, Erosion control, Bird nesting plant
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Nectar eating birds, Butterflies, Other insects
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