Banksia petiolaris

Plant type

groundcover

size

H: 12"-20"
W: 36"-144"

planting zones

9b-11

Banksia petiolaris plant details

Banksia petiolaris is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover with green foliage. In spring, summer and winter 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, alkaline, 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 petiolaris

Plant type: groundcover
Plant family: proteaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 36 IN - 144 IN - wide, 12 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring, summer and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Banksia petiolaris

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Similar in form and habit to B. blechnifolia but with leaves that resemble surfboards that sharks have nibbles the edges of. The flowers still grow perpendicular to the ground and are a yellow/white combo . Just plain fun these ground cover Banksias.

By: Waltzing Matilija

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How to Grow Banksia petiolaris

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- acidic
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant