Banksia repens (Creeping Banksia)


Botanical Information

FamilyProteaceae
GenusBanksia
Speciesrepens
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginDeep sand along the south coast of Western Australia.

Details

USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-3° - 40°
Height1 - 3 m
Spread3 m

Description and Growing Information

ShapeUpright and spreading.
LandscapeGround cover.
PropagationSeeds. Do not require treatment and take 29 - 56 days to germinate.
Notable SpecimensKings Park and Botanical Garden, Perth, Australia.
Leaf DescriptionHorizontal stems covers in a fine velvety fur. Large upright leaves arise vertically on petioles about 5 - 15 cm high, 18 - 40 cm in length and 18 cm wide.
Flower DescriptionIntricately lobed with smaller lobes. Appearing from October to November. Inflorescences arise above the leaves. 6 - 10 cm high.
Colour DescriptionThe inflorescences are shades of orange, tan and pink. AS the flower spike sage they become a faded grey colour.

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