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Banksia spinulosa var. neoanglica

Also Known As

  • New England Banksia

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 4'-5'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Banksia spinulosa var. neoanglica plant details

Banksia spinulosa var. neoanglica is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. 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 and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Banksia spinulosa var. neoanglica

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: proteaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: rare, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Banksia spinulosa var. neoanglica

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

Gardening facts about Banksia spinulosa var. neoanglica plant

How to Grow Banksia spinulosa var. neoanglica

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • wind tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 10'-20'

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Zones

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Zones

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 6'-9'

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