Hill Banksia (Banksia Collina) is a perennial shrub in the Proteaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Banksia collina is a multi-stemmed shrub native to the east coast of Australia, particularly found north of Sydney along the central and north coast.

Hill Banksia

Hill Banksia

Banksia Collina

Banksia collina is a multi-stemmed shrub native to the east coast of Australia, particularly found north of Sydney along the central and north coast.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, screen, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Hill Banksia

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Proteaceae
Genus:Banksia