Hakea laurina

Hakea laurina, also known as the Pincushion Hakea, is a shrub or small tree with destinctive red flowers and blue-green leaves. It's native to southwestern Australia. 

Appearance 

• Size: Can grow up to 20 ft tall and wide

• Leaves: Long, leathery, and slightly blue-green

• Flowers: Red, pincushion-shaped flowers that bloom in clusters from autumn to winter

• Fruit: Egg-shaped fruit that grow in clusters

Growing conditions 

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Tolerates drought and coastal conditions

• Can grow in sand to clay loams if drainage is adequate

• Avoids overwatering

• Frost tender in new growth made in autumn

Uses Can be used as a screen or hedge, Attracts birds, Useful for cut flower arrangements, and Great in Mediterranean gardens and coastal gardens. 

Maintenance 

• Low maintenance

• Low water usage

• Can be staked in areas exposed to wind

• Can be mulched to retain moisture in the soil

• Can be fed with a slow release native fertiliser during spring

14cm pot