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    • Photo of Hakea microcarpa form by Geoff Derrin

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    Hakea microcarpa

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 6'-9'
    • W: 3'-6'

    planting zones

    • 7a-10b

    Hakea microcarpa plant details

    Hakea microcarpa is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something wind tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Hakea microcarpa

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: proteaceae
    Foliage: evergreen blue
    Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 6 FT - 9 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Hakea microcarpa

    USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Resistant to: deer, wind
    Soil needs: lean and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Hakea microcarpa plant

    How to Grow Hakea microcarpa

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • lean
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • wind tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • deer resistant

    • Fruit

      • brown

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Zones

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    Size

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Size

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    Width: 3'-4'

    • sun
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