Banksia oblongifolia – Fern Leaf Banksia

Banksia oblongifolia - fern leaf banksia
Banksia oblongifolia - fern leaf banksia
Banksia oblongifolia - fern leaf banksia

A small to medium sized shrub native to the east coast, Banksia oblongifolia is a very hardy and slow growing plant, particularly great for coastal areas. It flowers well in cultivation and flowers attract many birds.
Ideal for planting under established Eucalyptus trees, it needs good drainage, but is adaptable to different soil types. Pruning can keep it in better shape, and it could be amenable to bonsai. Banksias are phosphorus sensitive, so a good native fertiliser is best when it comes to feeding time.

Family : Proteaceae

Cultivar Name:

Plant Type : Small shrub

Width : 1.5

Flowering Time : Autumn, Winter

Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Poor soil

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Open foliage

Soil Moisture : Well-drained

Special Uses : Cut flower, Bonsai, Decorative fruit

Scientific Name: Banksia oblongifolia

Common Name : Banksia

Height : 2

Flower Color : Yellow

pH Level : Neutral

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Container growing, Flower garden, Cold climate, Coastal garden

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance :

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Nectar eating birds, Other insects