Banksia integrifolia (Coast Banksia)

Banksia integrifolia (Coast Banksia) tree with dark green leaves and silver underside in branches
Banksia integrifolia (Coast Banksia) showing thick woody branches holding many serrated green leaves on stems.

Botanical name: Banksia integrifolia

Common names: Coast Banksia, Coast Honeysuckle

Family: Proteaceae

Origin: Queensland, Australia

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Yellow, orange flowersFlower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

A tall shrub to a small tree with yellow flowers. Plants may grow to 82ft, but are often smaller. The leaves are shiny dark green above and silvery underneath and broadly elongate, the margin are usually smooth, but sometimes irregularly serrated at the top. New growth is covered in short silvery hairs. The pale yellow flowers open from late summer to winter. This hardy Banksia grows very well in coastal areas and can tolerate salt spray. Plants are frost tolerant.

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