Banksia nivea

Also Known As

Dryandra nivea
Couch Honeypot
Honeypot Dryandra

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

9b-11

Banksia nivea plant details

Banksia nivea is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green and white foliage. In spring and winter chocolate, cream, orange, pink and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, birds, 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. Does well in acidic, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Banksia nivea

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: proteaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and white
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: chocolate, cream, orange, pink and yellow blooms in spring and winter
Uses: serrated leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Banksia nivea

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This small scale Dryandra is one of my favorites. I grow it for the tangle of long, lightly serrated leaves that make it standout out from any other plant it grows with. Leaves can extend to 12" and collectively move to their own rhythm with a bit of wind. The flowers begin to form after a few seasons and while terminal, tend to be semi-submerged in the foliage. This particular Dryandra prefers some filtered sun in hot locations. Expect growth to about 2' high by a little wider. Good drainage and air movement are key and it also adapts well to containers. Hardy to at least 26 °F.