Banksia coccinea

Banksia coccinea is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer and winter red flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees 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, 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 coccinea

Plant type: shrub

Plant family: proteaceae

Foliage: evergreen green

Mature size: 8 FT - 12 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall

Flowers: red blooms in summer and winter

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Banksia coccinea

USDA Zones: 9a - 11

Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun

Watering frequency: occasional - low

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

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