![Photo of Banksia praemorsa [Burgundy] flower by Waltzing Matilija](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/cf/97/cf97ed4755d2f35cfda16e00b863bf2d.webp)
Photo by Waltzing Matilija
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Banksia praemorsa [Burgundy]
Also Known As
- Cut-leaf Banksia
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 10'-12'
- W: 5'-9'
planting zones
- 9b-11
Banksia praemorsa [Burgundy] plant details
Banksia praemorsa [Burgundy] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter burgundy, pink and 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, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Banksia praemorsa [Burgundy]
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: proteaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 5 FT - 9 FT - wide, 10 FT - 12 FT - tall
- Flowers: burgundy, pink and yellow blooms in spring and winter
GROWING CONDITIONS for Banksia praemorsa [Burgundy]
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat, seaside / salt and wind
- Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Banksia praemorsa [Burgundy] plant
How to Grow Banksia praemorsa [Burgundy]
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- yellow
- burgundy
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Banksia for your garden
aka Dwarf Acorn Banksia
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
![Photo of Banksia prionotes [Dwarf] flower by Waltzing Matilija](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/63/cc/63cca9a7bc7383a4b7801527cbf05158.webp)
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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