Banksia nutans – Nodding Banksia

Banksia nutans - Nodding banksia

A small shrub with beautiful dusky pink or purple nodding flower heads, Banksia nutans is an excellent ornamental for Mediterranean climates. It is also useful for controlling erosion.
Needs a very well drained soil and can be susceptible to dieback in areas with humid summers. It can tolerate most frosts and does well with a light pruning if necessary. Banksias are phosphorus sensitive, so a good native fertiliser is best when it comes to feeding time.

Family : Proteaceae

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Plant Type : Small shrub

Width : 3

Flowering Time : Summer, Winter

Soil Type : Sandy, Sandy loam, Poor soil

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

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Dense foliage, Spreading

Soil Moisture : Dry, Well-drained

Special Uses : Decorative fruit, Erosion control

Scientific Name: Banksia nutans

Common Name : Banksia

Height : 2

Flower Color : Pink, Purple, Brown

pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Flower garden, Cold climate

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates heavy frost

Attracts Wildlife : Nectar eating birds, Mammals