Honey Pots banksia (Banksia spinulosa 'Honey Pots')

When it flowers

January, not flowering
February, not flowering
March, not flowering
April, flowering
May, flowering
June, flowering
July, flowering
August, flowering
September, not flowering
October, not flowering
November, not flowering
December, not flowering

Compact hairpin banksia with upright honey-gold spikes over a neat mound of fine leaves.

A dwarf selection of hairpin banksia that stays low and dense, with many short gold flower spikes in autumn and winter. A good size for small gardens, borders and large pots.

In the garden

Feature plant
Pots and containers
Rockery

Attracts: Birds
Flowers: Upright honey-gold spikes with orange-red styles.
Leaves: Narrow, dark green leaves with finely toothed tips.

Growing conditions

Climate: Subtropical and temperate
Light: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Sandy and loam
Drainage: Needs good drainage
Frost: Moderate frost
Water: Some dry spells
Coast: Sheltered coastal gardens

Planting and care

Grown from: Cuttings

Planting

Sun or light shade in well-drained soil. In a pot, use a native potting mix.

Pruning

Trim lightly after flowering, cutting just behind the spent cones.

Care

Use a low-phosphorus native fertiliser, if any. Water potted plants regularly; garden plants only in long dry spells.

Where it comes from

Family: Proteaceae
Order: Proteales
Native to: Garden origin

Widely available.

We don't have stockists listed for this plant yet. Local native nurseries are often the best place to ask.

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Honey Pots banksia Banksia spinulosa 'Honey Pots'