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Growing Info

Scarification: none required

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow 1/8" deep, mulch the seed bed, keep moist

Other: Seed needs warm temperatures after sowing to germinate (75 degrees F +).|Sterile soil should be used, care should be taken to not sow the seed too thick

Native to: New South Wales, Queensland

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Banksia ericifoliaBanksia ericifolia

Heath Banksia, Heath-leaf Banksia, Heath-leaved Banksia, Lantern Banksia

In Stock: 0.041 lb (Total:0.041lb)

Banksia ericifolia

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Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

19,503

Quantity:

0.04 lb

Collected in:

Australia

Crop year:

2023

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Item ID:

1834523

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: none required

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow 1/8" deep, mulch the seed bed, keep moist

Other: Seed needs warm temperatures after sowing to germinate (75 degrees F +).|Sterile soil should be used, care should be taken to not sow the seed too thick

Native to: New South Wales, Queensland

Native

Introduced

Banksia ericifolia, commonly known as Heath-leaved Banksia, stands out as one of Australia's most exquisite Banksias, renowned for its vibrant floral display and ecological benefits. With striking cylindrical spikes ranging from yellow to reddish-orange, this plant serves as a magnet for honey-eating birds, adding lively energy to gardens while offering a touch of Australian character. Naturally thriving in coastal New South Wales, between Collaroy and Jervis Bay, it prefers sandy or sandy loam soils and loves well-drained areas.

Its rich history is intertwined with its namesake, Sir Joseph Banks, with the plant being among the earliest Banksia specimens discovered during Captain Cook's voyage. These robust shrubs, reaching 6.5 to 23 ft tall, feature small, linear leaves in shades of light to greyish-green and are valued for their ornamental cones, inspiring May Gibbs's iconic literature. Adaptable and hardy, B. ericifolia is frost-tolerant and moderately resistant to root rot, making it a resilient garden choice. It prefers acidic soils, as high pH levels may cause iron deficiencies.

Fast-growing and dense, this banksia is ideal as a garden feature, screen, or for erosion control. While light pruning enhances its bushy nature, heavy cuts should be avoided as they lack lignotubers. A phosphorus-sensitive plant, it thrives with a native-plant fertilizer regimen, rewarding gardeners with alluring cut flowers and an enduring landscape legacy.