Banksia baueri

Also Known As

Possum Banksia
Woolly Banksia

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-6'
W: 5'-6'

planting zones

9b-11

Banksia baueri plant details

Banksia baueri is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter cream and pink 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, 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 baueri

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: proteaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and pink blooms in spring and winter
Uses: big flowers, mounding, screen, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Banksia baueri

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The Possum Banksia is a large shrub 6' tall and slightly wider. Perfect for screening out neighbors or providing wildlife habitat. The real reason to grow it is for the large (10"+) cylindrical flowers that are super soft to the touch. It adapts well to gardens with good drainage and airflow.