Banksia serrata (Old Man Banksia, Saw Banksia)
Botanical Information
| Family | Proteaceae |
| Genus | Banksia |
| Species | serrata |
| Category | Tropicals, Woody |
| Type | Tree (evergreen), Shrub (deciduous) |
| Origin | The genus Banksia is named after Sir Joseph Banks (1743 – 1820) a British naturalist who joined Captain Cook on his explorations in the Pacific including Australia. Native to Australia. |
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Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 9 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cool season protection under glass |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H4 - H3 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -7 - (-1) |
| Temperature (°F) | 20 - 30 |
| Height | 10 - 12 m |
| Flowering Period | January, February, June, July, August, December |
Description and Growing Information
| Propagation | Propagate by seed in autumn or in cooler areas in spring (seeds rot readily in cool, damp conditions). |
| Cultivation | Grow in full sun in slightly acidic soil, watering moderately during growth and keeping dry in the winter. |
| Pests | Prone to attack from some species of fungus. |
| Leaf Description | Leaves to 15 cm, serrate. |
| Flower Description | Flowers in terminal spikes up to 15 cm, green-yellow. |
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