Banksia grossa
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- Banksia grossa
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- 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 |
| Scientific Name: | Banksia grossa |
| Common Name: | Banksia |
| Plant Type: | Small shrub |
| Height: | 1 ~ 1.5 metre |
| Width: | 1.5 ~ 2 metres |
| Flower Colour: | Brown |
| Flowering Time: | Autumn, Winter |
| Ph Level: | Neutral |
| Soil Type: | Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam |
| Plant Environment: | Flower garden, Drought resistant |
| Climate Zone: | Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Semi-arid |
| Light: | Sunny, Light shade |
| Planting Season: | Spring |
| Growth Habit: | Evergreen |
| Lifespan: | Perennial |
| Soil Moisture: | Well-drained |
| Propagation Method: | Seed |
| Special Features: | Cut flower, Decorative fruit |
| Attracts Wildlife: | Bees, Other insects |
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WHERE TO GET YOUR PLANT
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The Wildflower Place Erina – NSW
Newcastle Wildflower Nursery – NSW
Harvest Seeds And Native Plant Nursery – Sydney – NSW
Native Grace Nursery – Robertson NSW
Wariapendi Nursery – Colo Vale NSW
Sydney Wildflower Nursery – NSW
Geelong Native Plants – Victoria
Wimmera Native Nursery – Victoria
Forest Heart eco-Nursery – Maleny Queensland
Natives R Us – Traveston – Queensland
Manuka Native Nursery – South Australia
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