A dense and compact small shrub that is perfect for rockeries and smaller gardens, whether mass planted for dramatic effect, in small groups or in containers on the patio, verandah or deck. It is frost tolerant, and suits acid to alkaline soils. Likes well drained soil types, in heavier soils it is advisable to build raised beds and add some organic matter. Banksias are phosphorus sensitive, so a good native fertiliser is best when it comes to feeding time.
Plant Type - Small shrub
Common Name - Banksia
Scientific Name - Banksia spinulosa
Family - Proteaceae
Cultivar Name - Birthday Candles
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Minimum Height - 0.4
Maximum Height - 0.5
Minimum Width - 0.5
Maximum Width - 1
Flower Colour - Orange, Gold
Flowering Time - Autumn, Winter
pH Level - Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type - Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix, Poor soil
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Cold climate, Coastal garden, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool
Light - Sunny, Light shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Dense foliage, Mound-shaped
Life Span - Perennial
Soil Moisture - Dry, Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage
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Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Groundcover, Feature plant, Border plant, Wow factor
Special Uses - Cut flower, Bonsai, Playground friendly
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Nectar eating birds, Seed eating birds, Other insects
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