Banksia

Banksia menziesii Dwarf is a dramatic dwarf banksia that is also known as the Firewood or Menzies Banksia. This beautiful plant is a stunning ornamental for the garden or pot as it has large, colourful flower heads and serrated grey to green coloured foliage. The large flowers begin pink/red changing to yellow as they open, making quite a show and attracting nectar-eating birds and bees. Suitable as a cut flower, the flower spikes retain colour for a long time in the vase and are ideal for drying. If grown in pots - ensure a potting mix for Australian Native plants is utilised.

Soil: Well-drained soil
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Wind, salt, coastal, drought and light frost tolerant.
Size: Height 1m x width 1.5m

Banksia Coastal Cushion is a quick-growing, dense, low-growing banksia that flowers prolifically throughout autumn and winter, bringing vibrant colour to the garden when many other plants are slowing down. It naturally forms a wide, ground-hugging mound, making it an excellent choice for covering bare areas, softening edges, or cascading gently over retaining walls. With light pruning, it develops an even tighter, more compact habit, enhancing its neat, cushion-like appearance. The striking golden flower spikes are highlighted by contrasting brown stamens, creating a rich and textured display. These blooms are not only beautiful in the garden but are also ideal for cut flower arrangements. Highly attractive to birds, bees and butterflies, Coastal Cushion supports local wildlife while providing long-lasting seasonal interest in coastal and inland gardens alike.

Soil: Adaptable to most soil types. 
Conditions: Sun or part shade. Coastal, frost and drought tolerant.
Size: Height 0.8m x width 0.5m

Banksia Honey Pots is an attractive, native dwarf shrub producing long slender golden cylindrical flowers from autumn to spring, with a glorious fragrance of honey. The native flowers attract birds, bees and butterflies to the garden. Plant Honey Pots in coastal gardens, wildlife gardens, rockeries, and pots and containers. Prune as required after flowering to maintain dense growth. Feed with a slow-release native fertiliser during spring

Soil: Light, well-drained soil. Suits acid to mildly alkaline soils.
Conditions: Sunny position. Light frost, salt and coastal tolerant
Size: Height 0.80-1m x width 0.80-1m

Banksia integrifolia Sentinel is a striking Australian native with an upright, narrow growth habit and dense, dark green foliage that flashes a silvery underside in the breeze. From summer through to mid-winter it produces large, lemon-coloured flower spikes that attract honeyeaters and bees. This evergreen banksia is ideal for coastal gardens and works beautifully in flower beds, borders, or as a natural screen. Its tall, slender form makes it perfect for adding structure and a vibrant splash of colour to the landscape while supporting local wildlife.

Soil: Prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and is suited to sandy soils.
Conditions: Full sun or part shade. Frost tolerant to –10C, drought and coast hardy.
Size: Height 1.5-3m x width 0.6-1m