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    • Photo of Banksia spinulosa var. cunninghamii flower by Lyrebird Dell Walk

    Photo by Lyrebird Dell Walk

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    Banksia spinulosa var. cunninghamii

    Also Known As

    • Banksia cunninghamii

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 8'-10'
    • W: 4'-6'

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

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    Banksia spinulosa var. cunninghamii plant details

    Banksia spinulosa var. cunninghamii is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall orange flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something wind tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Banksia spinulosa var. cunninghamii

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: proteaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
    Flowers: orange blooms in fall

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Banksia spinulosa var. cunninghamii

    USDA Zones: 9a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer, wind
    Soil needs: acidic, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This large shrub (to perhaps 10') from southeast Australia has narrow leaves with light brown backs and spinulose leaf margins. In fall, tall candle-shaped inflorescences sport orange flowers with red, purple or almost black styles. One of the hardier species, it should be able to tolerate about 18 °F.

    By: The Desert Northwest

    Gardening facts about Banksia spinulosa var. cunninghamii plant

    How to Grow Banksia spinulosa var. cunninghamii

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • acidic
      • adaptable
      • average
      • lean
      • well-drained
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • wind tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • orange

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Banksia marginata

    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
    Photo of Banksia marginata flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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    Banksia grandis

    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
    Photo of Banksia grandis flower, form by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Banksia spinulosa 'Carnarvon Gold'

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    9a-11

    Size

    Height: 5'-15'

    Width: 4'-10'

    • sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Banksia spinulosa 'Carnarvon Gold' flower, foliage, form by Cas Liber
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    Banksia blechnifolia

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Groundcover

    Zones

    9a-11

    Size

    Height: 7"-18"

    Width: 36"-144"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Banksia blechnifolia flower by Waltzing Matilija
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    Banksia canei

    aka Mountain Banksia

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    9a-11

    Size

    Height: 6'-9'

    Width: 6'-9'

    • sun - dappled shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Banksia canei flower, foliage by Casliber
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