Banksia marginata

Banksia marginata, commonly known as the Silver Banksia or Honeysuckle, is a species of Banksia native to eastern Australia.

CHARACTERISTICS

Leaves: The leaves of Banksia marginata are typically narrow, serrated, and have a silvery appearance due to fine hairs on the undersides.

Flowers: The distinctive cylindrical flower spikes of Banksia marginata are made up of many small individual flowers arranged in a cone shape. The flower spikes are often yellow or yellow-green and can be quite showy.

HABITAT

Native Range: Banksia marginata is native to southeastern Australia, including parts of New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, and South Australia.

Habitat: It is found in a variety of habitats, ranging from coastal heathlands to open forests.

FLOWERING

Flowering Season: The flowering season for Banksia marginata typically occurs in late spring to early summer.

Fruits: After flowering, the plant produces woody seed cones that contain the seeds.

LANDSCAPING AND GARDEN

Garden Ornamental: Banksia marginata is cultivated as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, appreciated for its unique foliage and distinctive flower spikes.

Wildlife Attraction: The flowers attract nectar-feeding birds, making it a valuable addition to gardens for wildlife habitat.

Feature Plant: Banksia marginata can be used as a focal point or specimen plant in gardens.

Windbreaks: It is sometimes used in coastal areas as a windbreak due to its salt tolerance.

CONDITIONS

Soil: Banksia marginata is adaptable to a range of well-drained soils.

Sunlight: It prefers full sun to partial shade.

Drought Tolerance: Once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant.

SIZE

Height: 2 – 10 meters

 It can grow as a large shrub or a small to medium-sized tree depending on conditions and variety (eg. Shrub form)

Available in 14cm and 20cm pots