One of the most beautiful banksias in Australia, with its large striking spikes of yellow to reddish-orange flowers contrasted with light-green to greyish-green leaves. Not only is it the most colourful of the eastern Banksia species when in flower, it is also one of the best plants for attracting honey-eating birds.

How to Sow Seeds

Method: Sow in warm areas at any time.
Depth: Sow by pressing seeds in the soil surface, direct where they are to grow or into seed trays filled with a moist quality seed raising mix.
Germination: Water in well and then regularly until established but avoid fertilisers that are not designed for Australian natives.Seedlings emerge 21-42 days.
Transplanting: Transplant to final growing position when about 7cm (3”) - avoid disturbing the roots.
Growing notes: In colder climates wait until the danger of frost is over. Cover lightly, water and then keep moist but not too wet. It is beneficial to add wildflower seed starter granules to soil surface. Place in a warm shaded position to germinate fully. Grow in full sun or part shade in well draining soil.

Growing Needs

Position: Full sun
Water: Cover lightly, water and then keep moist but not too wet
Temperature: In colder climates wait until the danger of frost is over

Plant Characteristics

Flowers: One of the most beautiful banksias in Australia, with its large striking spikes of yellow to reddish-orange flowers contrasted with light-green to greyish-green leaves