Banksia violacea

Banksia violacea is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In fall and winter purple 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 gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Banksia violacea

Plant type: shrub

Plant family: proteaceae

Foliage: evergreen blue and green

Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall

Flowers: purple blooms in fall and winter

Uses: cutting garden, dried-arrangements, tropical-looking, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Banksia violacea

USDA Zones: 9a - 11

Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun

Watering frequency: regular - low

Resistant to: deer, heat, seaside / salt and wind

Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained