Banksia marginata [cl 3]
Plant type
tree, shrub
size
- H: 15'-30'
- W: 10'-20'
planting zones
- 8a-11
Banksia marginata [cl 3] plant details
Banksia marginata [cl 3] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In fall green and yellow 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. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Banksia marginata [cl 3]
- Plant type: shrub or tree
- Plant family: proteaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 10 FT - 20 FT - wide, 15 FT - 30 FT - tall
- Flowers: green and yellow blooms in fall
- Uses: year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Banksia marginata [cl 3]
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt and wind
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Gardening facts about Banksia marginata [cl 3] plant
How to Grow Banksia marginata [cl 3]
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
- green
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- 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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