Banksia ericifolia – Heath Banksia

Banksia ericifolia- Heath Banksia
Banksia ericifolia- Heath Banksia
Banksia ericifolia - heath banksia

Large orange flower heads , needle-like foliage, adaptable nature and a dense growth habit make this a very useful banksia for the garden. It makes an excellent medium sized screen or feature plant. It is a very low maintenance plant, and is fast growing. A great bird attracting plant. It naturally grows on the east coast of Australia, so doesn’t mind humidity and coastal conditions. Variable in height, from 2 to 7 metres tall, responds well to pruning. Like all banksias, it is phosphorus sensitive, so a good native fertiliser is best when it comes to feeding time.

Family : Proteaceae

Cultivar Name:

Plant Type : Small tree, Small shrub, Large shrub

Width : 2.5

Flowering Time : Spring, Summer, Autumn

Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix, Saline, Poor soil

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Dense foliage

Soil Moisture : Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage

Special Uses : Cut flower, Decorative fruit, Erosion control, Honey producing plant, Bird nesting plant, Fast growing

Scientific Name: Banksia ericifolia

Common Name : Banksia

Height : 7

Flower Color : Red, Orange, Gold

pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Poolside, Flower garden, Coastal garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Nectar eating birds, Butterflies, Other insects