Banksia spinulosa ‘Coastal Cushion’ – Hairpin Banksia

Banksia spinulosa hairpin banksia 'Coastal Cushion is a good low growing Australian shrub

Banksia spinulosa 'Coastal Cushion'
Banksia spinulosa 'Coastal Cushion'
Banksia spinulosa 'Coastal Cushion'

Banksia ‘Coastal Cushion’ is a useful and low maintenance low growing banksia that flowers its head off from autumn to winter. It is a naturally dense grower, forming a wide low mound that cover the ground, and a little bit of pruning will see an even more dense habit. It is a vigorous grower. The flowers are golden spikes with lovely contrasting brown stamens, and can be used for cut flowers. It is highly bird attracting. Tolerant of frost and dry spells, and is also great for coastal gardens. Grows in sun to part shade and is adaptable to most soils types. Also good for container growing. Banksias are phosphorus sensitive, so a good native fertiliser is best when it comes to feeding time.

Family : Proteaceae

Cultivar Name: Coastal Cushion

Plant Type : Small shrub, Ground cover

Width :

Flowering Time : Autumn, Winter

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

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean

Growth Habit : Dense foliage, Spreading, Mound-shaped

Soil Moisture : Well-drained

Special Uses : Cut flower, Bonsai, Decorative fruit, Erosion control, Honey producing plant, Fast growing, Playground friendly

Scientific Name: Banksia spinulosa

Common Name : Banksia

Height : 0.8

Flower Color : Orange, Gold, Brown

pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

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

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates heavy frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Nectar eating birds, Butterflies