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

Banksia ericifolia is a woody shrub native to Australia, known for its needle-like dark green foliage and distinctive rusty-orange to red cylindrical flower spikes.

Heath-leaved Banksia

Heath-leaved Banksia

Banksia Ericifolia

Banksia ericifolia is a woody shrub native to Australia, known for its needle-like dark green foliage and distinctive rusty-orange to red cylindrical flower spikes.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Heath-leaved Banksia

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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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Heath-leaved Banksia
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Taxonomy

Family:Proteaceae
Genus:Banksia