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Banksia Species, Showy Banksia

Banksia speciosa

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Family
Proteaceae (pro-tee-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Banksia (BANGK-see-a)
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Species
speciosa (spee-see-OH-suh)
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Synonym
Banksia grandidentata
Sirmuellera speciosa
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Height
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
10-12 ft. (3-3.6 m)
12-15 ft. (3.6-4.7 m)
Spacing
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
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Bloom Color
Pale Yellow
Cream/Tan
Bloom Time
Late Fall/Early Winter
Mid Winter
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Category
Shrubs
Trees
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
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Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
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Soil pH requirements

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Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Regional
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