Banksia baxteri (Baxteri's Banksia)


Botanical Information

FamilyProteaceae
GenusBanksia
Speciesbaxteri
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginThe 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.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone9a - 11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)- 6° - 5°
Temperature (°F)20° - 40°
Height60 - 90 cm
Spread60 - 90 cm
Flowering PeriodMay, June, July

Description and Growing Information

PropagationSeed, germinates readily 4 - 12 week. Sow seed in mix 3:1. Perlite, peat and cover the depth of the seed. Keep moist until germination occurs. Best to sow in individual containers to prevent damage to root system when transplanting. Drench seed with fungicide to prevent "Damping Off"
CultivationFull sun and patrial-shade. Drought tolerant.
Leaf DescriptionPetiolate hairy alternate leaves, that are 8 - 2.1 cm long and 3 - 6 cm wide. The petioles are 1 - 2 cm long, lamina flat that are divided pinnately, usually to the midrib, creating 6 - 9 lobes on each side with flat margins.
Flower DescriptionBlooms late winter/early spring to mid-spring.
Colour DescriptionThe blooms area pale yellow and brownish-bronze in colour.

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