Banksia grossa

Banksia grossa
Banksia grossa

This Banksia from Western Australia grows to a small shrub and bears bronze or golden brown coloured flowers between March and September. The flowers produce a lot of nectar, and attract a variety of insects and other animals in their native habitat.
The optimum conditions for Banksia grossa are well-drained, acidic soil (though it can handle slight alkalinity) and full sun. Dry climates are best for this species as it does not deal well with humidity. Tolerant of dry periods once established. Banksias are phosphorus sensitive, so a good native fertiliser is best when it comes to feeding time.
It can be pruned heavily once established; new growth will sprout from the lignotuber.

Family : Proteaceae

Cultivar Name:

Plant Type : Small shrub

Width : 2

Flowering Time : Autumn, Winter

Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Semi-arid

Growth Habit : Evergreen

Soil Moisture : Well-drained

Special Uses : Cut flower, Decorative fruit

Scientific Name: Banksia grossa

Common Name : Banksia

Height : 1.5

Flower Color : Brown

pH Level : Neutral

Plant Environment : Flower garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance :

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Other insects