Banksia speciosa is a stunning species of banksia with very prominent flowers and interesting geometric leaf formations. The leaves fan out in a circular pattern from the flower bud, creating a remarkable natural pattern. Creamy-yellow, long-lasting blooms flower through-out the year and are popular as a cut flower. Speciosa makes an attractive hedge or screen.
Soil: Well-drained, light to heavy soils. Tolerant of alkaline soils.
Conditions: Open sunny position. Drought and moderately frost tolerant. Moderately coastal tolerant though it does not like humid summers.
Size: Height 3-6m x width 3-8m
Soil: Well-drained, light to heavy soils. Tolerant of alkaline soils.
Conditions: Open sunny position. Drought and moderately frost tolerant. Moderately coastal tolerant though it does not like humid summers.
Size: Height 3-6m x width 3-8m