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PROTEA Banksia integrifolia
Commonly known as Coast banksia
Leathery leaves with white undersides, cone-shaped yellow 'bottlebrush' flowers
£25.00 each
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Pests & Diseases
Phytophthora root rot. Plants will become chlorotic if soil contains too much phosphate or lime -
Place of origin
Australia (Queensland to Victoria) -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenWhorled, velvety, light-brown leaves to 10cm (4in) long turn to mid-green above, white below. Flowers to 12cm (5in) across.
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Yellow
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Australian / New Zealand
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Coastal / windsweptSuitable for coastal areas
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Half hardy (down to 0)
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Entire
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Elliptic
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Obovate
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Height
5-25m (16-82ft) -
Spread
3-8m (10-26ft)
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Tall Shrub
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Tree
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Tender - cool or frost free greenhouse
Tolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen. Except in frost-free inner-city areas or coastal extremities requires glasshouse conditions. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 1°C (34°F) -
Will grow outside in milder locations
This could include plants which would survive happily in a greenhouse or conservatory if not in a mild location. If you have a sheltered spot in your garden then it may do well here.
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Free draining sandy soil
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Neutral to acid soil
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Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soilPoor soil
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Full sun
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Mature Size5-25m (16-82ft)
3-8m (10-26ft)
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