Banksia attenuata [Dwarf Form]

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

9a-11

Banksia attenuata [Dwarf Form] plant details

Banksia attenuata [Dwarf Form] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds 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. 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 attenuata [Dwarf Form]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: proteaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fragrant, screen, serrated leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Banksia attenuata [Dwarf Form]

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Big bold spikes of fragrant citrine blooms up to 8" long appear on this totally rockin' DROUGHT TOLERANT shrub, Spring through Summer. Some say they smell like a Shiraz wine & they make delish, long lasting cut flowers. Bonus funky seedpods look cool in arrangements, too! Growing to 6.5-10' high & wide while sporting fetching long serrate, leaves it's a wonderful screening plant. Native to Western Australia, windy coastal conditions are no prob. The key to happiness is free draining, acidic or neutral, sandy soil. Amend with rotted pine needles or something else that is both nutrient poor & acidifying. Avoid feeding with anything with phosphorus, as this is a sure fire way to kill the plant. Not a fan of humidity (Floridians you've been warned).