A superb 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, veranda or deck. Easy care, with long lasting flowers, with a good strong colour. It begins producing the decorative buds from late spring, fully flowering from summer to early winter. Nectar rich flowers will attract birds and other wildlife. Frost tolerant, suits mild acid to alkaline soils. A beaut plant for seaside gardens. Banksias are phosphorus sensitive, so a good native fertiliser is best when it comes to feeding time.
Banksia spinulosa ‘Cherry Candles’
Plant Information
Plant Type - Small shrub, Ground cover
Common Name - Banksia
Scientific Name - Banksia spinulosa
Family - Proteaceae
Cultivar Name - Cherry Candles
Other Common Name -
Minimum Height - 0.4
Maximum Height - 0.5
Minimum Width - 0.5
Maximum Width - 0.6
Flower Colour - Yellow, Red
Flowering Time - Summer, Winter
pH Level - Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type - Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix, Saline, Poor soil
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Flower garden, Coastal garden, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool
Light - Sunny, Light shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Spreading, Mound-shaped
Life Span - Perennial
Soil Moisture - Dry, Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage
Propagation Method -
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Groundcover, Feature plant, Border plant, Wow factor
Special Uses - Cut flower, Bonsai, Erosion control, Playground friendly
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Nectar eating birds, Seed eating birds, Mammals
Angus Cultivar -