Banksia spinulosa 'Nana'
Also Known As
- Nana Hairpin Spinulosa
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 2'-4'
- W: 4'-6'
planting zones
- 9a-11
Banksia spinulosa 'Nana' plant details
Banksia spinulosa 'Nana' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall orange and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Banksia spinulosa 'Nana'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: proteaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in fall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Banksia spinulosa 'Nana'
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Banksia spinulosa 'Nana' plant
How to Grow Banksia spinulosa 'Nana'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- orange
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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aka Dwarf Acorn Banksia
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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aka Showy Banksia
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
9b-10b
Size
Height: 8'-12'
Width: 8'-12'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - low
aka Silver Banksia
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 15'-30'
Width: 10'-20'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Bull Banksia, Giant Banksia
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 10'-30'
Width: 5'-15'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Coast Banksia
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 10'-30'
Width: 8'-30'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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