Dryandra sessilis – Parrot Bush

This large shrub or small tree which grows to around six metres is now known as Banksia sessilis. It has prickly holly-like leaves and rounded pale yellow brush flowers. It blooms heavily from winter to late spring, and is nectar rich and attracts wildlife. Parrots eat the seed as well. It needs to be grown in well drained soil as it is very susceptible to Phytophthora. Tolerates drought and frost, and likes alkaline soils.

Banksia sessilis - parrot bush

Family : Proteaceae

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Plant Type : Small tree, Large shrub

Width : 5

Flowering Time : Spring, Winter

Soil Type : Sandy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Saline

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Mediterranean, Semi-arid

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Spreading

Soil Moisture : Well-drained

Special Uses : Cut flower, Honey producing plant

Scientific Name: Dryandra sessilis

Common Name : Parrot Bush

Height : 6

Flower Color : Cream, Yellow

pH Level : Neutral, Alkaline

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

Light : Sunny, Light shade

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